ABBREVIATION AND INTERNET SLANG USAGE AMONG MDIST STUDENTS IN VIDEO GAMES AND ONLINE CHATS
Keywords:
MDIST students, abbreviation words, internet slang, digital communication, gaming language, multilingualismAbstract
This study investigates the use of abbreviation words and internet slang among MDIST students at the Management Development Institute of Singapore in Tashkent in the contexts of video games and online communication. Adopting mixed methods approach, the research combines quantitative survey data with qualitative interview insights to explore both the frequency and underlying motivation of such language use. The findings reveal that MDIST students frequently employ abbreviations for efficiency, speed, ease of communication, particularly in fast-paced digital environments. The study also highlights the influence of multilingualism and digital culture, including gaming communities and social media platforms on students’ linguistic behavior. Overall, the research demonstrates the abbreviation words and slang usage are integral part of contemporary digital communication among MDIST students.
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