Manuscript Title:

DECODING MULTILINGUAL MEANINGS: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE USE IN INNER CIRCLE AND INDONESIAN CONTEXTS

Author:

YANUARIUS YANU DHARMAWAN, HELENA VERUSHA ALI, AHMAD CUCUS

DOI Number:

DOI:10.5281/zenodo.11233549

Published : 2024-05-23

About the author(s)

1. YANUARIUS YANU DHARMAWAN - Currently Student of Doctoral Program in Applied English Linguistics, Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atmajaya, Indonesia.
2. HELENA VERUSHA ALI - English Department, Universitas Bandar Lampung, Indonesia, Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atmajaya, Indonesia.
3. AHMAD CUCUS - English Department, Universitas Bandar Lampung, Indonesia, Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atmajaya, Indonesia.

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Abstract

This innovative research delves at the complex dynamics of English language usage in both traditional 'Inner Circle' countries (such as the UK, USA, and Australia) and the Indonesian environment. This analysis explores the intricacies of how English words are used and understood in various linguistic contexts, providing an in-depth exploration of the subtle ways in which English adapts to varied cultural and social situations. It is based on several linguistic theories, such as Linguistic Relativity, Multilingualism, PostColonialism, Language Dynamics, Sociolinguistics, Cultural Identity, Globalisation, World Englishes, and Pragmatics. Within Inner Circle countries, English serves as more than just a means of communication; it functions as a cultural marker, impacting social stratification and encompassing unique phonetic characteristics and sociolinguistic elements. In contrast, English in Indonesia represents modernity and worldwide interconnectedness, blending with indigenous languages and cultural conventions. This study examines the patterns of adaptation, localization, and standardisation in both contexts, emphasising the influence of globalisation, social media, and digital communication on language usage and evolution. The results demonstrate notable disparities in the utilisation of particular English phrases in each setting, influenced by cultural subtleties and societal conventions. The study highlights the dynamic nature of language, which continuously changes and adjusts in response to cultural, social, and technological changes. It asserts that comprehending the contextual subtleties of language is vital for successful communication in multilingual environments, hence opening avenues for further investigation into linguistic landscapes, the influence of digital communication, and educational ramifications.


Keywords

Linguistic Relativity; Sociolinguistics; Globalisation; Language Adaptation.