LINGUISTIC INNOVATION IN YOUTH SPEECH: THE EMERGENCE OF NEW WORDS IN MODERN COMMUNICATION
Keywords:
linguistic innovation, youth language, neologisms, digital communication, sociolinguistics, language change, lexical innovation, word formation, semantic shift, code-switching, borrowing, slang, internet language, online discourse, computer-mediated communication, multimodality, identity construction, group identity, language variation, discourse analysis, youth culture, social media language, informal communication, lexical creativity, language evolution, globalization and language, hybrid language forms, communication technologies, linguistic trends, peer group communication.Abstract
Language is constantly evolving, shaped by social, cultural, and technological changes. This study explores linguistic innovation in youth speech, focusing on the emergence of new words (neologisms) in modern communication, especially in digital environments. Using qualitative and quantitative methods, the research analyzes how young people create and use new lexical items, the processes involved, and their communicative functions. The findings reveal that youth language is highly dynamic, driven by identity construction, creativity, and the influence of social media. The study contributes to understanding language change in contemporary society.
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2026-03-25
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