The Communicative Status of Paronyms in Medical English for Academic Purposes

Abstract

The article examines the role of paronyms in Medical English for Academic Purposes. The authors developed the classification of paronyms in English medical terminology, which is designed to minimize the difficulties that may arise while using special terminology in the process of professional communication, as well as to expand active and passive vocabulary of undergraduates, PhD students and academic staff at medical universities. The study of the phenomenon of paronymy plays an important role in the development of terminological competence of specialists in the field of medicine and health care. The proposed approach is aimed at developing the communication skills necessary for successful international communication and cooperation.