아담 알렉시크(Adam Aleksic): "우리는 이제 폭망인가요?" 소셜 미디어가 우리의 언어에 미치는 영향

"우리는 이제 폭망인가요?" 소셜 미디어가 우리의 언어에 미치는 영향

Z세대들은 'unalive(죽음)', 'skibidi(웃기다)', 'rizz(바람둥이)'같은 인터넷 신조어에 익숙합니다. 이러한 단어들은 어디에서 왔으며, 어떻게 이렇게 빨리 퍼지게 되었을까요? 언어학자 아담 알렉시크(Adam Aleksic)가  사람들이 말하는 방식, 자신의 정체성을 보는 방식을 바꾼 소셜미디어 알고리즘의 영향력을 설명합니다.

Social media platforms are not just changing how we communicate, but they're also reshaping our identities through language. New terms like 'unalive' and 'cottagecore' emerge as users navigate algorithmic restrictions and trend dynamics. While words spread rapidly through viral memes, their origins and meanings can become distorted or appropriated, raising concerns about cultural impact. Despite these challenges, the evolution of language continues, revealing both opportunities and pitfalls in digital communication.

Social Media Algorithms Are Shaping Our Language and Identities

The rise of social media has given birth to new slang like 'unalive' and 'rizz,' driven by algorithms that influence how words are created and spread. These platforms reward content that drives engagement, leading to rapid language evolution. While new words can empower marginalized communities, they can also propagate extremist rhetoric. As language becomes a tool for identity and commerce, awareness of its origins and effects is crucial.