Research Article
Gay Lingo as Reflection of Social Identity
@INPROCEEDINGS{10.4108/eai.27-4-2019.2285374, author={Ramea Maestrecampo Romero}, title={Gay Lingo as Reflection of Social Identity}, proceedings={Proceedings of the 3rd English Language and Literature International Conference, ELLiC, 27th April 2019, Semarang, Indonesia}, publisher={EAI}, proceedings_a={ELLIC}, year={2019}, month={7}, keywords={gay lingo reflection social identity}, doi={10.4108/eai.27-4-2019.2285374} }- Ramea Maestrecampo Romero
Year: 2019
Gay Lingo as Reflection of Social Identity
ELLIC
EAI
DOI: 10.4108/eai.27-4-2019.2285374
Abstract
“Gay Lingo as Reflection of Social Identity” explores the use of gay lingos as word substitutes in conversations. Frameworks were based on Social Identity Theory [ 4 ], Sociolinguistics by [ 1 ],Queer Theory [ 5 ], and Sociolinguistics of [ 6 ]. Methods used were Descriptive-qualitative design and quantitative approach. Data were based on group discussions and interviews. Findings identified the functions of gay lingo, circumstances that allow Filipino teenagers to use gay lingos , and Social Identity projection. This study recommends that language instructors in a college/university must see the strengths and weaknesses of self-confessed closeted gay men yet creative individuals.
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