AN ANALYSIS OF SLANG USAGE AMONG ENGLISH DEPARTMENT STUDENTS AT NUML FAISALABAD CAMPUS: A SOCIOLINGUISTIC PERSPECTIVE

Abstract

This paper delves into the examination of slang usage within the English Department student community at NUML Faisalabad Campus, adopting a sociolinguistic perspective. Slang serves as a pivotal element in spoken communication, particularly within the discourse of pupils. The study employs a simultaneous cross-sectional design to compare various groups, emphasizing the discourse of English Department scholars in Faisalabad. The research aims to uncover the nature of Urdu and English slang, exploring distinct categories among different students. Additionally, the attitudes of elders, including parents and teachers, towards contemporary slang usage are discussed, providing insights into societal perceptions of language evolution. The findings reveal nuanced distinctions in slang vocabulary between scholars, shedding light on the intricacies of linguistic expressions in everyday discourse. informal discussions with parents and teachers further contribute to understanding societal perspectives on the prevalent use of slang among the undergraduate generation.