There simply aren't enough words to express the many varying and complex emotions we have. Because of the fact that it would add to the creativity of our language, help students differentiate between proper and improper grammar styles, and let us express ourselves in ways that before were very difficult to achieve, the English language ought to be revised to accommodate the changing needs of our society.
From "spanglish" to ebonics, the English language is constantly being manipulated into all sorts of different forms to best suit its purpose. This is part of what makes the American culture so unique. Our language comes from three basic sources: what was brought over from the mother country, England, during settlement a mix of different languages and cultures all brought together into what is called the "melting pot" of American society and lastly, experiences and social reforms brought about by the ever-changing needs of a growing country. The third reason, however, has largely been neglected by many as a viable source of new vocabulary. Although many terms that are commonly used in everyday speech are perfectly functional as well as able to express their intended purpose, they simply are not acknowledged as part of what is considered to be "proper" grammar. For instance, the term "How are you doing?" has evolved into "How are you," then to "What's up," and finally the phrase commonly being used on the streets today, " Sup?" Although these expressions all convey the same message, the latter two are considered to be inappropriate in formal conversation. This, however, is ludicrous. Just as our culture has evolved, so has our language. In today's busy world, people often do not wish to take the time to say "How are you," when a simple "Sup" would suffice. Contrary to the popular belief that this consolidation of terms leads to the degradation of the English language, I firmly believe that it actually adds to the color and variety that makes our culture so unique.
Slang is the most varying aspect of our language. ... The basic concepts and grammar are the same, but the slang used to communicate has changed drastically with time. ... Ancient traditions will continue to manifest as new fads, but can always be traced to the origin....
If another person is speaking simple, using incorrect grammar, slang, and uneducated vocabulary, in all honesty one will believe this person belonging to a lower social class. ... Even at the end of the play Eliza attended the embassy in London and no one could tell that her origin was from a porr lower class. ... Not only can Higgins speak well, but he can determine one's origin based on dialect. ... It is only common when a person speaks intelligent, sophisticated, and with a classy dialect people generalize this person to belong to a higher social class when compared to another pers...
The alliteration world-wide welcome (l. 7) as well as the enumeration Give me your tired, your poor, / Your huddled masses (l. 10/11) with the repeated use of your stresses the readiness to admit everyone regardless of origin or social class. ... The peoples sorrow is even more convincingly expressed by means of slang that clearly reflects their emotions. ...
Ebonics (Black street slang) has been in the news quite a bit lately because of the decision made by the Oakland, CA school board to bring it to the schools. Music such as hip hop, funk, Reggae, etc are seeped with Ebonics as a result of its origins deep within the core and consciousness of African peoples. ...
Stephen Stills tells the story of this song's origin: "I had had something kicking around in my head. ... Third, it is a slang term for a pistol, and thus serves as a reminder of the gun mentioned in the first verse. Fourth, it is a slang term for the police, finally giving some identity to the "man with the gun....
Origin of Ebonics 3. ... Origin of Ebonics 1. ... Williams and his colleagues are consultants to the Oakland School Board and trace the origins of Ebonics to African languages such as Yoburo, Ewe, Mandingo, and Fula (Fillmore npg). ... Many argued that the school district was attempting to get federal and state funding, by condoning slang. ...
Here are some amazing "soccer facts". Soccer players run as much as six or seven miles during a game. Soccer is the world's most popular team sport. The proper name for soccer is "association football". A soccer ball weighs between 14 and 16 ounces. The World Cup is soccer's most coveted prize. In E...
Its origin is uncertain. ... "Hacking: "Slang word for a computer enthusiast. ... (http://ts.mivu.org/ ¶ 8) Race or ethnic origin is a likely factor in determining who has access to computers and the Internet. ... Yet, many race or origin groups are losing ground in computer and Internet connectivity when compared to the progress of Whites and those of Asian/Pacific Island descent. ... Of all race or origin groups, households of Asian/Pacific descent have a clear lead in computer penetration and Internet access rates. ...
