The Evolution of the English Language in the Digital Era

Abstract

English has changed dramatically in the past few decades where the advent of digital communication has played a major role in the change. This paper will examine the developments and trend of English in digital age, the influence of technology and social media, online platforms on language use, grammar; vocabulary and communication standards. Examples of trends identified by the study include use of internet slang, abbreviations, use of emoji, and the influence of spelling and syntax by autocorrect and predictive text tools. The study points to the fact that all these changes have caused the emergence of a new type of language, that has aligned itself to the requirements of fast and effective communication. In the review of the literature, the analysis of the existing trends in the domain of digital communication, and insights into the way digital tools are transforming linguistic creativity, the research presents a contribution towards a more extensive comprehension of the role of technology in transformation of English language in daily life.