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Harisa Ismi Dina
Universitas Negeri Surabaya
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A Structural and Semantic Analysis of English Loanwords in Mandarin on Weibo Cicik Arista; Harisa Ismi Dina
INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Vol. 13 No. 2 (2026): INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Pendidikan Muhammadiyah Sorong

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36232/interactionjournal.v13i2.5722

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This study presents a structural and semantic analysis of English loanwords in Mandarin on Weibo. Although previous research has extensively investigated phonological adaptation and etymological origins, the structural patterns and semantic meanings of English loanwords in Mandarin in digital communication remain underexplored. This study aims to describe the structural formation based on Xing's classification and denotative/connotative meanings based on Barthes' semiotic framework. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed. Data were collected from Weibo posts in the fourth quarter of 2025 through non-participatory observation and web scraping, resulting in 150 English loanwords in Mandarin for analysis. The findings reveal three structural patterns. Full phonetic translation dominates, followed by phonetic translation with a Mandarin morpheme, while mixed sound-meaning translation occurs least often. This distribution indicates that phonological adaptation is the primary strategy for loanword formation on social media. Regarding meaning, connotative meaning was identified through contextual analysis of metaphorical, slang, or culturally charged expressions within each post, such as 披萨 (pīsà/pizza) used to express romantic feelings in fan community posts. Denotative meaning was assigned when the loanword referred literally to its dictionary definition. Denotative use is more prevalent than connotative use, suggesting that Weibo users primarily employ loanwords for referential purposes. Connotative meanings, though fewer, are significant as they demonstrate creative repurposing for emotional and cultural expression. The study contributes to Mandarin language teaching by showing how English loanwords can serve as accessible vocabulary and how understanding connotation helps learners grasp cultural nuances in digital communication.
The Sinicization Path of English Loanwords in Social Media: A Case Study of Weibo Harisa Ismi Dina; Yifan Hu
International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): IJCIS
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26740/ijcis.v2i2.44051

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This study takes the Weibo platform as a case to explore the Sinicization pathways of English loanwords in the context of social media. The core question addressed is: how do adaptation mechanisms of loanwords operate in this rapidly changing digital environment, and how does social media accelerate their localization? The study aims to reveal the influence mechanisms of social media on the dissemination and adaptation of loanwords and to analyze language innovation behaviors among young user groups. Employing a qualitative descriptive method, this research analyzes 150 English loanwords collected between October and December 2024. Based on Miao’s theory of loanword adaptation, the findings indicate that phonetic transcription (83 instances) is the most prevalent Sinicization strategy. Semantic transcription (32 instances) and hybrid loanwords (26 instances) reflect the unique characteristics of the Chinese character system. The study concludes that social media significantly accelerates the spread and localization of loanwords and highlights the leading role of young users in language evolution. This research provides valuable empirical insights for cross-cultural communication and language planning.
Co-Authors Cicik Arista Yifan Hu