Lexeme : Journal of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): JANUARY 2026

Analyzing the Impact of Online Platforms on Gen Alpha’s Language Use

Mahmud, Aqshal Alifa (Unknown)
Azriani, Ayuniza (Unknown)
Purba, Tulus Maruli (Unknown)
Barus, Muhammad K. Gali (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
02 Mar 2026

Abstract

This article analyzes how online platforms influence language use within Generation Alpha. With the rise of social media, Generation Alpha has become the first generation to have unrestricted social media exposure throughout their formative years. This unrestricted exposure raises questions about the developmental consequences of online platforms, particularly their impact on language development. This research utilized an online database and forthcoming social media discourse and text records for qualitative research. As language and communication use online are continually changing, the survey was designed to assess the use of the internet as a communication and language behavior tool within the social context of Gen Alpha participants. This multiple case study utilized descriptive social media discourse on the impact of social media on Gen Alpha participants’ language use and synthesized various case studies. The impact of social media predictive text tools and autocorrections and the influence of cyber-social discourse and cross-system social media tools on language development are influences to be considered. Overall, this research allows for a better understanding of the constant exposure and the development of linguistic styles and patterns within Gen Alpha.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

LJLAL

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

Lexeme: Journal of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics (e-ISSN: 2656-7067; p-ISSN: 2685-7995) is a scientific journal published twice a year in January and July managed by the English Literature Study Program, Faculty of Letter, Universitas Pamulang. Established in November 2018, the legal standing ...