INTERNET SLANG AND DIGITAL NEOLOGISMS IN ITALIAN: IMPACT ON TRADITIONAL LINGUISTICS

Abstract

The article studies the use and role of Internet slang and digital neologisms in Italian language. It is stated that with the development of social media, chats, and digital platforms, daily language is undergoing rapid and significant transformations. Italian neological units and the use of specific Internet slang, often created to respond to the unique communicative needs of the online environment, raise questions about the future of the Italian language and its evolution. The reasons for the emergence of digital neological units and Internet slang have been mentioned. The examples of Internet lexical units have been selected and analyzed, the perspectives of the study have been described. The article delves deeper into the implications of these linguistic changes, exploring how Internet slang reflects cultural shifts and societal trends. The role of youth culture in shaping language is emphasized, as younger generations adapt their communication styles to fit the fast-paced digital landscape. Additionally, the study considers how these neologisms can both enrich and challenge the traditional norms of the Italian language. By examining specific case studies of commonly used terms and phrases, the article aims to provide insights into the dynamics of language evolution in the digital age and its potential impact on future linguistic practices. The active use of borrowed and altered anglicisms in Italian is observed. It was concluded that the phenomenon of Internet slang and digital neologisms is the one changing linguistic norms, influencing grammatical structures and challenging traditional approaches to language learning. As it is claimed, the studied topic represents a fertile field for research and offers opportunities to investigate how the Italian language is transforming in the digital age.

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