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| author | Ismatova, Feruza |
| author_facet | Ismatova, Feruza |
| contents | <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Abstract: </span></strong><span lang="EN-US">Slang plays a significant role in the digital communication of youth worldwide. This study explores the importance of slang in shaping identity, social belonging, and expression among Uzbek and American youth, particularly on social media platforms. Drawing from linguistic theory and sociocultural observations, this article presents comparative insights on the historical background, cultural context, and communicative functions of slang in both societies. Findings suggest that while the origins and structures of slang differ, its role as a dynamic and expressive linguistic tool is equally vital among Uzbek and American youth.</span></p> |
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| publishDate | 2025 |
| publisher | Zenodo |
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| spellingShingle | How slang is important: Background and Perspectives on Uzbek and American Youth Communication Ismatova, Feruza Slangs, digital communication, social slangs, youth communication, social media, technological platforms <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Abstract: </span></strong><span lang="EN-US">Slang plays a significant role in the digital communication of youth worldwide. This study explores the importance of slang in shaping identity, social belonging, and expression among Uzbek and American youth, particularly on social media platforms. Drawing from linguistic theory and sociocultural observations, this article presents comparative insights on the historical background, cultural context, and communicative functions of slang in both societies. Findings suggest that while the origins and structures of slang differ, its role as a dynamic and expressive linguistic tool is equally vital among Uzbek and American youth.</span></p> |
| title | How slang is important: Background and Perspectives on Uzbek and American Youth Communication |
| topic | Slangs, digital communication, social slangs, youth communication, social media, technological platforms |
| url | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15666456 |