The Power of Language Flashcards by Alexa R

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The Power of Language

Language can:

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give power + oppress others
create culture
liberate: gather ppl in unison + discover the truth

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The Power of Language

What does slang do?

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let ppl stand for their identity
not conform to expectations

Abbreviations (short. ver) saves time, is informal & lets ppl form “groups”

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