
Slangosphere
Onesimus Malatji
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
"Slangosphere: Navigating Global Street Talk and Social Media Buzzwords" is an encyclopedic journey through the colourful and diverse vernaculars of our global village. This dictionary stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of linguistic innovation found in urban environments and digital spaces across continents. From the vibrant street markets of Johannesburg to the bustling urban centres of London, New York, and Lagos, this volume captures the essence of contemporary street talk and digital communication.
The dictionary is structured to provide readers with an alphabetical and numerical exploration of slang terms and social media language. It includes popular expressions from South Africa like "lekker" and "braai," West African favourites like "nyash," American and British urban lexicons, and universally recognized social media acronyms like "LOL" and regional favourites such as "SBWL. "Each entry in "Slangosphere" not only provides definitions but also delves into the cultural origins and contextual usage of the terms. This approach offers insights into the social, cultural, and historical underpinnings of slang and social media language, highlighting how these expressions reflect societal trends, cultural identities, and generational shifts.
Through "Slangosphere," readers will embark on a linguistic adventure, gaining not just knowledge of words and phrases, but an appreciation for the dynamic and creative nature of language as it evolves within urban streets and the digital realm. This dictionary is an invaluable resource for linguists, cultural enthusiasts, social media aficionados, and anyone intrigued by the rich diversity of global street talk and the lexicon of the digital age.
Duration - 1h 5m.
Author - Onesimus Malatji.
Narrator - Digital Voice Morgan G.
Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2023 Onesimus Malatji ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. "Slangosphere: Navigating Global Street Talk and Social Media Buzzwords" is an encyclopedic journey through the colourful and diverse vernaculars of our global village. This dictionary stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of linguistic innovation found in urban environments and digital spaces across continents. From the vibrant street markets of Johannesburg to the bustling urban centres of London, New York, and Lagos, this volume captures the essence of contemporary street talk and digital communication. The dictionary is structured to provide readers with an alphabetical and numerical exploration of slang terms and social media language. It includes popular expressions from South Africa like "lekker" and "braai," West African favourites like "nyash," American and British urban lexicons, and universally recognized social media acronyms like "LOL" and regional favourites such as "SBWL. "Each entry in "Slangosphere" not only provides definitions but also delves into the cultural origins and contextual usage of the terms. This approach offers insights into the social, cultural, and historical underpinnings of slang and social media language, highlighting how these expressions reflect societal trends, cultural identities, and generational shifts. Through "Slangosphere," readers will embark on a linguistic adventure, gaining not just knowledge of words and phrases, but an appreciation for the dynamic and creative nature of language as it evolves within urban streets and the digital realm. This dictionary is an invaluable resource for linguists, cultural enthusiasts, social media aficionados, and anyone intrigued by the rich diversity of global street talk and the lexicon of the digital age. Duration - 1h 5m. Author - Onesimus Malatji. Narrator - Digital Voice Morgan G. Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025. Copyright - © 2023 Onesimus Malatji ©.
Language:
English
SLANGOSPHERE: | NAVIGATING GLOBAL STREET TALK | AND SOCIAL MEDIA BUZZWORDS
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Trademark Notice:
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Copyright Violation Warning:
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Disclaimer:
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Third-Party Content:
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Endorsements:
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Results Disclaimer:
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Fair Use Notice:
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DEDICATION
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PREFACE | Introduction to Global Slang and Social Media Language
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Objectives and Scope of the Dictionary
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THE DYNAMIC WORLD OF SLANG AND SOCIAL MEDIA LANGUAGE
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AFRICAN LINGUISTIC TAPESTRY
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AMERICAN STREET VERNACULAR
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BRITISH URBAN LEXICON
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SLANG FROM OTHER GLOBAL HOTSPOTS
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SLANG IN CONTEXT
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THE FUTURE OF SLANG AND SOCIAL MEDIA LANGUAGE
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LET'S START WITH A FEW KEY TERMS FOR EACH LETTER: | A
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B
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C
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D
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E
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F
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G
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H
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I
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J
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K
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L
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M
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N
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O
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Q
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R
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S
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T
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U
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V
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W
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X
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Y
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Z
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This glossary offers a snapshot of the rich and varied world of slang and social media terms, reflecting the dynamism and creativity inherent in language. | REGIONAL INDEX FOR QUICK REFERENCE | SOUTH AFRICA
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WEST AFRICA (NIGERIA, GHANA, ETC.)
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NORTH AMERICA (USA AND CANADA)
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LATIN AMERICA
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EUROPE
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EASTERN EUROPE
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NORTHERN EUROPE
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SOUTHERN EUROPE
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ASIA
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OCEANIA (AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND)
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MIDDLE EAST
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AFRICA (EXCLUDING SOUTH AFRICA AND WEST AFRICA)
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SCANDINAVIA
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SOUTH ASIA
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SOUTHEAST ASIA
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EAST ASIA
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CENTRAL AND SOUTH AMERICA
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CARIBBEAN
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CENTRAL ASIA
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WEST ASIA (MIDDLE EAST)
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ONLINE RESOURCES FOR SLANG AND SOCIAL MEDIA LANGUAGE | GLOBAL AND MULTICULTURAL
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ENGLISH SLANG (USA, UK, AUSTRALIA)
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SPANISH LANGUAGE SLANG (LATIN AMERICA, SPAIN)
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AFRICAN LANGUAGES
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ASIAN LANGUAGES
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EUROPEAN LANGUAGES
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MIDDLE EASTERN LANGUAGES
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ADDITIONAL ONLINE TOOLS AND PLATFORMS
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BIBLIOGRAPHY
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BOOKS
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ACADEMIC JOURNALS
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ONLINE RESOURCES
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MULTIMEDIA
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