SOCIAL REASONS FOR THE USE OF ENGLISH AFFIXES IN THE SPEECH OF YOUTH
Keywords:
Key words. English affixes, Gendered speech, Social identity, Language contact, Digital communication.Abstract
Annotation.This article deal with the social reasons of using English affixes in
the speech of youth within a context. The study focuses on how gender, social identity,
digital communication, and symbolic prestige influence the integration of English
affixes into everyday speech. Using qualitative analysis of informal conversations and
online interactions, the research reveals that English affixes function not only as
linguistic elements but also as markers of modernity, group belonging, and social
positioning. The findings demonstrate noticeable gender-based differences in the
frequency and pragmatic functions of these affixes, highlighting their role in expressing
individuality and adapting to globalized communication norms.
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