The Impact of Social Media on the Evolution of the English Language
Keywords:
Social media, dissemination, dynamic, abbreviations, acronyms, hashtags, linguistic, blending, dialect, traditionalAbstract
This research article explores the profound influence of social media on
the evolution of the English language. In an era dominated by digital communication
platforms, the way we interact, convey information, and express ourselves has undergone
significant transformations. This study delves into the various ways in which social
media has shaped the structure, vocabulary, and usage of English, examining both the
positive and negative impacts of this linguistic evolutio
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