In this episode, Helen and I talk about slang words that are circulating the internet, viral memes, and funny acronyms that are spoken. &nbsp;Online spaces have truly changed the way people are speaking English. Even dating apps have created some new phrases and ways of expressing ideas in American English. &nbsp;Listen to this episode and give us your opinion about whether or not you think we are dumbing down American English by shortening many words and expressions into acronyms.&nbsp;
Read the transcript on my website: https://movingenglishlessons.com/internet-slang/

L.A. Slang

This show is about the connection between language and culture and about slang. Slang is a type of informal language that is typically spoken in certain areas or by a group of people. Slang is humorous and creative, and it certainly makes speaking English more entertaining. Culture is dynamic. Language is dynamic. The intense interaction between language and culture makes new words emerge in diverse places. We will be careful not to use derogatory language that promulgates structures of oppression. Rather, we will explore the creative dimensions of words and how they are constantly changing.