
The Evolving Language of Online Interaction: A Linguistic Perspective
Abstract
The advent and pervasive integration of the internet into daily life have profoundly reshaped human communication, giving rise to a distinct linguistic landscape. This article, based on a comprehensive literature review, investigates the linguistic facets of contemporary internet communication, examining its unique lexical, morphological, syntactic, and pragmatic characteristics. It explores phenomena such as the proliferation of abbreviations and neologisms, the relaxation of grammatical norms, the emergence of visual cues like emojis, and the development of specific online discourse genres. The findings highlight that internet communication is not merely a reflection of offline language but a dynamic environment fostering novel linguistic practices. This analysis contributes to understanding how digital platforms influence language evolution, offering insights into the ongoing transformation of communicative norms in the digital age.
Keywords
Internet communication, linguistic aspect, online interaction
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