Conceptualizing A Migrant In Russian Society: An Ethnic Slur ‘Churka’ In Terms Of Migration Discourse
The paper aims at conceptualizing a phenomenon “Churka” in Russian society. First appeared in the Soviet epoch, the concept has undergone drastic changes turning into an offensive ethnic slur due to the global migration processes, an outburst of ethnic conflicts and ethnic intolerance. Currently, under economic difficulties and social instability “Churka” has become a target of an increasing number of ethnic stereotypes, exposed to ethnic tagging and discrimination in various discourse practices.