Social Media and Language Evolution: how WhatsApp, Facebook, and X are shaping the English Language

Abstract

Abstract: This study analyses the impact of social media on language change, focusing on WhatsApp, Facebook, and X. It examines the linguistic features unique to these platforms and their influence on the English language. Using linguistic and sociolinguistic theories, the study analyses how social media affects language use across different demographics and discusses the future of language change in the digital age. The research highlights the importance of understanding and adapting to the evolving language landscape shaped by social media. Keywords: Language Change, Social Media, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter