ANALYSIS SLANG LANGUAGE FOUND IN GROUP WHATSAPP KELOMPOK 2 MULTIMEDIA

Abstract

Slang language is a common form of communication used by teenagers on social media, including the WhatsApp application. This study aims to analyze the forms of slang used in the WhatsApp group KELOMPOK 2 MULMED, consisting of third-semester students in the Multimedia department. The research identifies slang in the form of abbreviations, acronyms, and words that undergo morphological processes. The method used is observation with reading, note-taking, and documentation techniques from conversations occurring in the WhatsApp group. The study results show that the most frequently used slang types are abbreviations and Indonesian acronyms. Additionally, the research found the use of syllable reduction, and word contractions. The use of slang not only serves to shorten words but also functions as a tool to signify group identity and strengthen social bonds among group members. This study provides insight into the types of slang used by teenagers in digital communication, particularly on the WhatsApp platform.