Linguocultural peculiarities of creating a humorous effect in the stand-up comedy

This article explores the linguocultural peculiarities of creating a humorous effect in the genre of stand-up comedy. The author analyzes both verbal and non-verbal means employed by stand-up comedians to achieve a comedic effect. Drawing on examples from the performances of American stand-up comedians Taylor Tomlinson and Trevor Noah, the study examines lexical, stylistic, and non-verbal techniques that reflect the realities and stereotypes of American culture. The article emphasizes the importance of considering cultural codes and national specificities in the interpretation of stand-up humor, making it relevant in the context of intercultural communication and modern linguistics.