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Proceedings of the International Seminar SEMANTIKS & PRASASTI 2023 Theme: Language in the Workplace (PRASASTI 2023)

by Djatmika Djatmika

Book Details

Publisher:Springer Nature
Published:2023-12-22
Pages:331
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

This is an open access book. Language in the workplace has been increasingly interesting object of language study. The gathering of language speakers ​​with various social and cultural backgrounds makes the workplace a rich place with linguistic data for research. Varieties of spoken or written language, interaction between co-workers, miscommunication, meaning coming up in the interaction, the new technical terms related to certain professions, and language for virtual work are some many phenom

Our Review

This open access academic work explores the fascinating world of workplace linguistics, examining how language functions in professional environments where diverse social and cultural backgrounds converge. The book investigates a wide spectrum of linguistic phenomena, from spoken and written communication patterns to the emergence of new technical jargon and the unique demands of virtual collaboration. It serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the dynamics of co-worker interaction, meaning-making, and the potential for miscommunication in modern professional settings.

What makes this research particularly compelling is its focus on the workplace as a living laboratory for language study, capturing the realities of contemporary professional communication. Students of linguistics, sociology, and communication studies will find rich data and analysis here, while professionals may gain valuable insights into their own workplace interactions. The open access format ensures that this important research on professional discourse and organizational communication reaches the broadest possible audience of readers interested in how language shapes our work lives.

Themes

Foreign Language Study

Subjects

Foreign Language Study