English Media Texts in the Formation of Linguocultural Knowledge of Students

Abstract

The paper emphasizes the importance of linguocultural factor in analyzing of media texts. Modern media text is characterized by two main functions merged into the unity of information and feedback. Function action (expressive function) is the most important for newspapers and journalistic style; it makes an urgent need in journalistic means of expression. Phraseological units are not only able to express the idea more concisely, but also to convey the attitude.