Formas pronominales de tratamiento en el español actual de Guatemala (Pronominal Forms of Address in Contemporary Guatemalan Spanish)

The main objective is to identify the national-cultural specificity in the use of PFAs in Guatemala. The research is based on transcripts of recordings made in different regions of the country, interviews, and surveys with speakers from various social levels and ages.

The methods used include direct observation, analytical description, surveys, and comparative analysis. The findings indicate that the use of "usted," "tú," and "vos" varies significantly according to demographic factors such as age, gender, and education level, as well as geographic and sociocultural factors. In general, "usted" is used to express respect and formality, "vos" to indicate trust and familiarity, and "tú" is used less frequently, mainly in specific contexts and among certain demographic groups.