ASSESSING THE LINGUISTIC PATTERNS OF INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION USING WHATSAPP MESSENGER IN SOKOTO STATE UNIVERSITY
Abstract
ABSTRACT
Interpersonal communication has evolved with the advent of social media platforms like WhatsApp Messenger. Understanding linguistic patterns in digital communication can provide insights into how individuals interact and build relationships. This study aims to investigate the linguistic patterns of interpersonal communication among Sokoto State University students using WhatsApp Messenger. For the purpose of this study, qualitative research design was used through an in-depth interview which encouraged participants to respond through open ended questions that led to the generation of data to be elicited by the researcher during the study. The researcher randomly selected five (5) students from level three (300) and four (400) students of English Language and Linguistics Sokoto State University Sokoto. The responses from students highlights the significance of linguistics pattern in interpersonal communication using WhatsApp Messenger. Students use different linguistic patterns such as Semantics synonyms and code-switching in communicating with their Friends, Family, Course mate, Relatives, Business colleagues and Football team mates. WhatsApp Messenger allows users to communicate in a formal or informal setting, which often leads to the use of semantics synonyms, Code-switching, abbreviations and emojis. This informal language helps users convey messages quickly and efficiently. WhatsApp Messenger supports multiple languages, allowing users to communicate in their native language or switching from English language to their Native language. This has made it easier for people to connect with others who speak different languages, fostering global communication.
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