Evolving Paradigms in Internet Communication: A Linguistic Perspective

Аннотация

The evolution of Internet communication has fundamentally reshaped human interaction, fostering the development of unique linguistic phenomena. This study explores the linguistic characteristics of digital discourse, including syntax, morphology, pragmatics, and the emergence of new communication genres. Drawing from extensive literature, we analyze how electronic discourse forms a distinct variety of language, shaped by technological, cultural, and pragmatic forces. Through a comprehensive review, we elucidate the interplay between language innovation and the digital environment, offering insights into the future directions of Internet linguistics. Keywords: Internet linguistics, digital discourse, multimodal communication, online language innovation, pragmatics of Internet communication, Internet semiotics, sociolinguistics of digital platforms, language change in technology, emojis and emoticons in communication, genre evolution in online discourse.