<![CDATA[Phonological changes frequently occur in spoken language, particularly in digital media where communication tends to be spontaneous and informal. One of the most common phonological processes is zeroization, which involves the omission of phonemes without altering the essential meaning of a word. This study aims to describe the forms of zeroization found in utterances on the TonightShowNet YouTube channel and to identify the dominant type of phoneme deletion. This research employed a qualitative descriptive approach using documentation and listening techniques to collect data from selected video recordings. The collected data were analyzed through data reduction, data classification, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that three forms of zeroization were identified, namely apheresis, syncope, and apocope. Among these, apheresis appeared most frequently, indicating that the omission of initial phonemes is commonly used to facilitate pronunciation in spontaneous spoken interaction. Syncope and apocope were also identified, although they occurred less frequently. These phonological phenomena demonstrate speakers' tendency to simplify pronunciation while preserving lexical meaning and communicative effectiveness. The findings contribute to the development of phonological studies, particularly concerning language variation in digital communication, and may serve as a relevant learning resource for phonology courses and Indonesian language instruction.]]>
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