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jkurian23 · 1 year

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A social dance between culture and spoken language

In a social construct, language is used to categorize people based on their dialects, accents, and mannerism. Social identities and social groups are many and varied among people. For example, there may be 'teachers', ‘engineers', 'Parisians', and so on. Being able to speak the language, a variety, or use of a particular jargon gives a sense of belonging to the group. That is why it is often said, an individual's sense of belonging to a national group is often closely linked to their spoken language. The remainder of this piece will look at a few of the external factors that influence the adoption of certain spoken languages by a group of people along with how they shape personal identity.

Language and identity in Sociolinguistics Sociolinguistics is the study of how social parameters such as age and gender, influence language use. In practice, this considers how someone communicates and is able to come to their own judgment based on external variables. Geographic location, gender, employment, class, and ethnicity constitute a few of the social elements that might influence a person's language and identity. As a general rule, individuals from higher social classes are more likely to speak with Received Pronunciation (RP); this is because RP has historically been the accent used and taught in educational institutions.

As previously mentioned, the use of certain linguistic elements can convey a sense of belonging to various social groupings. These group-specific characteristics are utilized to convey to society as a whole a distinctive identity that has been recognized as belonging to a certain group's sociolect. Today, an example would be a teenager using the term "GOAT," which is just slang for "greatest of all time." Other phrases that are frequently encountered include 'lit' (to imply amazing/brilliant) and 'V' (very). The use of such jargon and particular slang phases allows individuals in distinguishing themselves from earlier generations, such as their parents or grandparents, and portray their age as a focal point of their identity.

Linguist Michael Nelson, conducted a study in the year 2000 on the use of jargon in the corporate field. He arrived at the conclusion that people at work employ language in a semantic field of business, such as business, firms, money, technology, and so on. Nelson's theory illustrates the idea of identity and how a person may acquire a workplace language, therefore he pointed out how certain phrases or topics were deliberately not used in business communication. Lexis such as weekend activities, difficulties at home, or family. This demonstrates how an external factor, such as a profession, can influence spoken language. When at work, speakers may use Nelson's business lexis to create a professional identity while keeping their home identity private, or they may deviate from Nelson's business lexis and use more of their idiolect features to create a more personable and approachable identity. This addresses the inclusion vs exclusion hypothesis, which examines how jargon might shape a group's sociolect among individuals who use it.

Immigrants and their self-identity Immigrants who settle in a place where a foreign language is spoken have distinct hurdles, which are often disregarded. Adults tend to assimilate the issue and have to cope with issues related to personal and cultural identity. When the dominant culture in the host country overlooks the immigrant's native language, the challenge becomes even harder. In her thesis on "The relationship between language and identity," Lourdes C. Rovira uses her own identity and experiences as an exiled Cuban, a teacher, and an administrator by profession, to address concerns about immigrant identification abroad. 'Our name, our national origin, and our citizenship constitute the most intimate parts of our being and identity,' says Rovira. People have fixed beliefs and presumptions, which are often not accurate, which determine whether we are embraced or neglected, accepted or rejected. However, who you are as a person and your distinctive characteristics are at the heart of self-identity.

Rovira emphasizes aspects of identity that pertain to the self as a member of a specific group, such as the identity of being an immigrant. The use of language and specific social experiences influence one's self-image. It is worth mentioning how culture plays a key role in developing a person's identity - shared values, conventions, and histories that are distinctive to an ethnic group have a great influence on the way a person behaves, thinks, and perceives the world. This is consistent with behaviorism theory, which holds that the development of a sense of self occurs parallel with the acquisition of language. Cultural identity, as defined by Rovira, comprises everything related to self, belonging, ideologies, as well as sensations of self-worth. Language is inextricably linked to cultural expression; it is the way by which we pass on the essence of ourselves from generation to generation. Rovira closes her ideas by saying, “Language – both code and content – is a complicated dance between internal and external interpretations of our identity.”

Language and social equality Language has left an influence on policy, research agendas, and society as a whole. Further, language reflects and sustains societal ideals and prejudices, and it is a potent tool for perpetuating inequities. For instance, websites, social media platforms as well and programmers on television.

It is typical for people to use improper or derogatory words to express their feelings toward other social groupings. For example, in 2017, Dany Cotton, the leader of the London Brigade, experienced severe outrage and online abuse when she advocated for personnel to refer to themselves as "firefighters" rather than "firemen." These are still indicators of inequity. Furthermore, while constructive steps have been taken to address blatantly biased language in which maleness is the standard ("mankind"), terminology such as gendered jobs and cultural attitudes remains difficult to dispute and alter. To address disparities in society, we must include individuals who are experiencing them and express concerns through our use of language; recent advancements in social media platforms have helped make this achievable.

In a nutshell, language plays a significant part in creating our self-image, altering our judgments, and, most crucially, establishing interpersonal connections with one another. In an instantaneous society like ours, it is essential to take the time to truly understand how the language that we use on a daily basis contributes to both our personal and societal identities.

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cyramountain · 3 months

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Some people will never understand your value. And that says more about them and their wounds, and less about you. You can't force someone to see your worth. But you can let them go and move toward those who will.

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rochimaridha · 2 years

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"Sometimes, you will have to let go when every part of your heart is begging you to stay. but you will realize that it's for the best, and that whatever is meant for you will find you again." - writingtoinspire

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"If they can't love you during your struggles, they're not meant for you. Because anyone can love you when things are going well. But the right one loves you through it all."

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annaya-mahale · 4 years

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Honey, don’t worry I want to curse you back, because you are the curse of my life which I’m glad is now lifted.

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visualizeoblivion · 4 years

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Thank you,

For shedding light in the darkest times,

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Knowing the love you brought could be devoured by its pain

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themodelscoach · 5 years

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“C’est ainsi qu’un début mars, entre le courage qu’amène la pleine lune du loup et les secrets intuitifs de la pleine lune du corbeau, on décida, ensemble, qu’il était temps pour nous de s’aventurer à explorer autrement cette relation qu’on avait devant nous et qu’on appelait amitié depuis une dizaine d’années... ce n’est pas sans peur ni sans crainte mais hey, l’inconnu n’a jamais eu de manuel d’instructions et disons qu’on n’est plus des scouts... » Nel #talesfromrecovery #nelslife #writersblock #writersoﬁg #writers_together #writersclub #writersaround #writerscorner #writersofcanada #nelmoschetto #writingheals #writingprompts #writingtoheal #writingtoinspire #writinginspiration #writerlove #lovewriter #writerlover #wordsforthesoul #wordsoflove #instawords #writersofinsta #instawritersclub #surrendertolove #couragetolove #fullmoonritual (at Planet Earth) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu4D6qOho1_/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=10mximzt60n6p

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thecpdiary · 2 years

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My changed life

No matter how difficult life has been for me over the years, and no matter how much my mental and emotional strength have been put to the test, I have always pushed through. Giving in and up was never an option. To do that would have left me in a worse mental and emotional space.

In the UK this is what we’ve had, first with Brexit and now in Covid-19. We may have got back into our lives metaphorically speaking, but in practice, we’re existing in uncertain times and that’s all we’re doing.

In my own case, my mental disability was always the driving force behind my attentions, it has always been at the forefront of my thoughts. It was bigger than what I could see physically. I was born with a mental and emotional disability, there is no other way that could have worked.

In this world it is important to stand up for yourself and what I have done is right. No matter how hard life gets, or how many other may disagree, if the shoe were on the other foot, they would have done the same thing.

No matter how difficult life becomes, you know if what you’re doing is right for you. It’s your opinion that matters but others may disagree and that’s okay; it’s your life. Through writing I have changed my thinking to my disability and that has changed my life. I am free of all restraints.

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abitofthisnthat · 3 years

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Your love is powerful

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ericjustgates · 6 years

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When we include everyone, we bring humanity one step closer to understanding. #instapoet #poetsociety #poetsofinstagram #poetrycommunity #writing #creative #poetryisnotdead #poetsofig #instapoetry #writerscommunity #poem #poetryislife #art #mywords #writersofinstagram #avantlink #writingtoinspire #creativewriting #wordgasm #poetry #poems (at Deaf Church Oklahoma)

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1-message-received · 3 years

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"They may never come back. And that's okay. You will learn that all the things that break you, are all the things that guide you toward what you truly deserve."

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