Jun 2026· Journal multidisciplinary science· Vol 4, pp. 2682-2692· 0 citations· 26 references
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The advancement of digital technology has transformed communication practices, particularly through TikTok, which facilitates audio-visual synchronous discourse in contemporary digital interaction. This study aims to analyze patterns of Arabic language errors on TikTok and examine the linguistic dynamics that emerge within the digital communication ecosystem. A qualitative descriptive design with a digital ethnography approach was employed. Data were collected through non-participant observation of synchronous interactions on TikTok. The findings indicate that Arabic language errors, encompassing morphological, syntactic, lexical, and phonetic aspects, do not occur randomly but form systematic patterns influenced by Indonesian as the users’ native language, the demand for rapid digital communication, and the incorporation of dialectal forms through popular culture. The study further reveals that such errors should not be viewed solely as pathological linguistic phenomena but also as forms of linguistic adaptation and collaborative meaning negotiation. In digital spaces, language errors are frequently normalized by user communities as part of identity expression and communicative creativity. This study concludes that Arabic language errors on TikTok reflect the dynamic interaction between language structure, digital culture, and social identity formation. The findings contribute to digital linguistics and Arabic language pedagogy by emphasizing the need for more contextual language instruction and critical digital literacy, enabling users to distinguish between creative linguistic variation and structural language degradation.
The rapid expansion of digital communication has transformed language use across generations, resulting in distinct linguistic practices that shape online interaction, identity construction, and social engagement. Despite growing scholarly interest in digital discourse, limited comparative research has systematically examined the linguistic differences between Generation Z and Millennials within contemporary digital communication environments. This study aims to compare the linguistic practices of these two generational cohorts by investigating their lexical choices, syntactic patterns, pragmatic strategies, use of internet slang, emojis, abbreviations, and multimodal communication across digital platforms. The study employs a qualitative comparative research design based on secondary data analysis. A corpus of publicly available digital texts, including social media posts, online discussions, blogs, and instant messaging interactions, was examined using discourse analysis and sociolinguistic frameworks to identify recurring linguistic patterns and generational variations. Comparative thematic analysis was conducted to explore similarities and differences in communicative behavior. The findings indicate that Generation Z demonstrates greater linguistic innovation through the extensive use of internet slang, multimodal expressions, emojis, memes, and abbreviated forms, reflecting a preference for creativity, immediacy, and identity performance. In contrast, Millennials exhibit relatively more structured, context-sensitive, and conventional communication patterns while selectively incorporating digital linguistic innovations. Both generations adapt their language according to platform characteristics and communicative purposes, although their strategies differ significantly in style and frequency. The study concludes that generational differences in digital language practices reflect broader sociocultural and technological transformations. These findings contribute to sociolinguistics, digital discourse studies, and communication research by enhancing understanding of evolving language practices and providing insights for educators, linguists, communication professionals, and digital media researchers.
Jawairiya Qureshi, Muhammad Qureshi, Syyeda Rabia Batool et al.· International Journal of Mul...· 0 citations
This study explores the role of media linguistics in shaping the linguistic norms of contemporary mass media in Kazakhstan, an area that remains insufficiently examined in relation to bilingual media practices, genre variation, and digital communication platforms. It focuses on the influence of global communication trends, digital technologies, and national language policy on linguistic change. The research examines the introduction of English-language borrowings, their adaptation in Kazakh and Russian, and the modification of traditional linguistic structures. These shifts are driven by the widespread use of English-language platforms such as social media (Facebook, Instagram, Telegram), streaming services, and international content formats. The findings show that English loanwords are most common in advertising and news, where there is a need for rapid adaptation to global trends. In contrast, analytical and official publications adhere to traditional linguistic norms, highlighting a balance between formal and informal communication. The study also emphasizes the importance of Kazakhstan’s national language policy in preserving linguistic identity, with measures regulating foreign words in the media to develop sustainable language standards. Digital technologies also shape informal media discourse through memes, hashtags, and hybrid language forms. These changes are particularly evident among younger audiences, who adapt more quickly to language innovations, while older generations tend to be more critical of these shifts. In conclusion, media linguistics proves to be an effective tool for analyzing the intersection of globalization, national identity, and digital transformation, offering valuable insights into the adaptation of linguistic norms amid rapid technological development.
A. Mukhanbetzhanova,, S. Tapanova· The International Journal of...· 0 citations
Translation is one of the most important indispensable means of communication between people from different linguistic backgrounds, most especially in this digital age. This study examines the role of translation as a mediating tool for intercultural understanding on social media platforms, with particular focus on English-Arabic interactions in Nigeria that is known as a multilingual and culturally diverse society, where social media has become a key space for cross-cultural communication. The research adopts a qualitative approach, which is employed to analyse the content of selected social media post, alongside case studies of intercultural exchanges. It explores how translation facilitates communication across linguistic boundaries, while also investigating instances where mistranslation or loss of cultural nuance leads to misunderstanding or conflict. The findings highlight that translation on social media functions not only as a linguistic process but also as a form of cultural mediation. While machine translation tools enhance accessibility and speed, human translation, on the other hand, proves more effective in preserving pragmatic and cultural nuances. The study contributes to the fields of Translation Studies and Digital Communication by demonstrating the complex interplay between language, culture, and technology in online environments. It also provides practical recommendations for improving intercultural communication through more culturally aware translation practices on social media platforms.
Aliyu Okuta Ahmad· ALLAIS Journal of Arabic Lan...· 0 citations
This study examines the emergence of localized English expressions in Indonesian social media discourse, highlighting how English is adapted and reinterpreted in multilingual digital contexts. While previous studies on English in Indonesia have primarily focused on formal domains such as education and language policy, limited attention has been given to informal online communication where linguistic innovation is highly visible. This study aims to analyze how English lexical items are re-semanticized and creatively transformed by Indonesian users on social media platforms. The study employed a qualitative approach using data collected from Instagram posts and comments, focusing on selected examples of English-derived expressions such as boba, gas, voucher, server, and suamiable. The analysis compares the conventional meanings of these terms in Inner Circle English with their localized meanings in Indonesian usage. The findings reveal that English functions as a flexible linguistic resource, undergoing processes of semantic shift, metaphorical extension, and lexical blending. These localized forms reflect users’ creativity as well as their ability to adapt global linguistic resources to local cultural contexts. The study concludes that English in Indonesian social media is not merely borrowed but actively reconstructed, contributing to the dynamic development of English in the Expanding Circle.
Miftahush Shalihah· Bhinneka: Jurnal Bintang Pen...· 0 citations
The popularity of social media has altered the communication pattern of young people, particularly the students of Generation Z who are living in the digital world where internet usage is their daily routine. Communication in these online platforms tends to space out of typical written English by incorporating emojis, abbreviations, innovative spelling, different typography, and seamless blending of English and local languages. Although these linguistic creativities are typical of the telecommunication platforms like WhatsApp and Instagram, their intended meanings can be misinterpreted or perceived as reckless or as lack of language proficiency. This issue reveals an opportunity for further research on the communicative values and social meanings of digital languages. This research aims to determine the creative linguistic elements applied by Generation Z learners on social media, and to analyse the new trends in digital English. Qualitative content analysis was employed to document language as it is naturally found in the digital context. Information is gathered in the form of the screen shots of the actual online communication as captured in several social media platforms like Instagram and WhatsApp communication. The results indicate the Generation Z students employ creative features of language like emojis, abbreviations, stylised spelling and code-mixing language in deliberate and organised means. These practices are signs of flexibility, awareness, and good communicative competence in the digital spaces than indicators of poor language abilities. It was revealed that the creative uses of English language by Generation Z on social media are both purposeful and socially inclined. Emojis, stylistic variation, code-mixing, and the use of abbreviation act as extensions of emotion, expression of identity, and relationship expression, and not to be perceived as language deficiency. This online language emerges as a new English language variation which can be perceived as a strategic strength in social communication among Generation Z.
Siti Raihanah Mohd Shah, Erda Wati Bakar· Quantum Journal of Social Sc...· 0 citations
Language is a fundamental tool for human communication, knowledge transfer, and cultural preservation. The evolution of language is influenced by sociocultural, political, technological, and historical factors that shape how linguistic systems develop and change over time. This research examines language evolution and the role of sociocultural dynamics in linguistic change, focusing on historical development, social interaction, technological advancement, and globalization. Using an interdisciplinary approach that combines sociolinguistics, historical linguistics, and cultural anthropology, the study analyzes linguistic data from historical sources, sociolinguistic surveys, and digital communication corpora. The findings show that sociocultural changes, technological innovations, and global communication significantly influence language development. Digital communication platforms, such as social media and online communities, accelerate linguistic innovation by introducing new vocabulary, abbreviations, and mixed language forms. While globalization promotes linguistic integration and the spread of lingua francas, it also threatens linguistic diversity and minority languages. The study highlights the importance of sociocultural factors in shaping language evolution and provides insights for policymakers, educators, and linguists to support language preservation, bilingual education, and cultural continuity.
Deepak Mishra, Kavitha Selvaraj· International Journal of Inn...· 0 citations