Translating Filipino Slangs: Localization of Neologisms

Marvin Reyes

doi:10.57106/scientia.v13i2.188

Authors

Marvin Reyes San Beda University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.57106/scientia.v13i2.188

Keywords:

Slang, Neologism, Translation, Localization, Culture

Abstract

Slang or neologism can be considered as playful words that are being construed as something that defines the current generation’s set-up, culture, or background. It may also be considered the language of the current times but may differ depending on the projected culture to where it will be used. The study is about how, from a regular expression, a possible slang/neologism may be formed/constructed. The way that slang/neologism is being idealized as something new reflects how words are so dynamic and how, through their coinage, a word can signify a new meaning, a new perspective, and a new appreciation of culture and standards.

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