LEXICAL AND SEMANTIC FEATURES OF BANKING TERMINOLOGY IN ENGLISH

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the lexical and semantic characteristics of banking terminology in the English language. The study examines the formation, classification, and functional features of banking terms, as well as their semantic development in response to economic globalization and technological advancement. Particular attention is paid to the processes of semantic extension, metaphorization, borrowing, and standardization of banking vocabulary. The research demonstrates that banking terminology in English represents a dynamic lexical system shaped by both linguistic and extralinguistic factors. The findings highlight the importance of understanding lexical and semantic features of banking terms for effective professional communication, translation, and teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP). KEY WORDS: banking terminology, lexical features, semantic features, financial discourse, English for Specific Purposes