Slang Language in Indonesian Social Media

Abstract

Slang is a phenomenon of using language variations that arise due to language development and a social dynamic in society in the realm of language. Slang in Indonesian is referred to as bahasa gaul and is mainly used by young people when communicating with other groups. Therefore, this study attempts to analyse more in depth the form, function and meaning of existing slang, particularly used in social media. This research is qualitative by documentation methods in data collection. The data was obtained through observations about the use of slang in several social media then the slang found is classified into the type and formation of words. Based upon Allan & Burridge (2006) the findings show that the forms of slang found on social media are very diverse, creative and active including Fresh and Creative, Flippant, Imitative, Acronyms and Clipping

Keywords

• slang
• social media
• acronym
• flippant
• clipping