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Vol. 2 No. 1 (June 2025)
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EISSN: 2759-7199

Aims:
The mission of Linguistic Exploration is to foster a deeper understanding of language as a complex and dynamic system that is deeply intertwined with human cognition, society, and culture. The journal aims to provide a platform for the dissemination of cutting-edge research in, Encourage the exchange of ideas and methodologies across different linguistic disciplines and theoretical frameworks,encourage the exploration of linguistic diversity and the documentation of endangered languages.
Submissions should be of high academic quality, contribute new insights to the field, and have not been pub.
Scope:
Linguistic Exploration invites submissions in the form of original research articles, review articles, and short communications in the following areas:

  • Phonetics and phonology
  • Morphology
  • Syntax
  • Semantics and pragmatics
  • Sociolinguistics
  • Computational linguistics
  • Language acquisition
  • Historical linguistics
  • Linguistic typology

Recent Articles

  • Articles

    Language Identity Formation of Second Language Graduate Students in the United States

    Marzieh Ebrahimi, Nelofar Khamisani
    1–14

    48 (Abstract) 37 (Download)

    Taking a social identity theory approach, this qualitative phenomenological study ‎investigates how international graduate students from three Asian nations in the United States ‎establish their language identities. The study employs informal interviews with six individuals ‎from three Asian nations to inquire about the significance of their individual experiences as they ‎relate to the formation of their... more

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    The Contribution of Maltese Ethnic Associations and Clubs in Australia Towards the Community and Preservation of Maltese Language and Culture

    Adrian Muscat
    15–23

    37 (Abstract) 13 (Download)

    This paper explores the role of the Maltese ethnic associations and clubs in Australia and their impact on the Maltese community. The study delves deeply into the contribution that such associations and clubs have given to the community in matters of language and culture. Since the flow of migration from Malta to Australia has practically stopped,... more

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    Collaborative Learning Based on Virtual and Augmented Reality Technology in Teaching English for Specific Purposes

    Ranta Butarbutar
    24–36

    37 (Abstract) 22 (Download)

    Virtual and Augmented Reality (VAR) has emerged as an innovative pedagogical tool, widely adopted to enhance language learning. This study examines its integration into English for Specific Purposes (ESP) curriculum, emphasizing immersive environments that foster engagement, comprehension, and authentic language use. VAR-assisted ESP utilizes tools such as VR goggles, headsets, Google Cardboard, Virtual Speech, and... more

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    The Impact of Language on Branding: A Comprehensive Analysis

    Nkandu Musonda, Pethias Siame
    37–46

    76 (Abstract) 95 (Download)

    In an era where consumers are presented with vast choices, effective communication is of utmost importance for brands that desire to establish meaningful connections with consumers and set a strong presence in the market. This study explores the multifaceted relationship between linguistic elements and brand identity, focusing on how strategic linguistic choices play an important role... more

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    Linguistic Enclaves and Enclave Communities In the Mediterranean

    Joan A. Argenter
    47–59

    25 (Abstract) 6 (Download)

    A linguistic enclave is a restricted linguistic area where an X-speaking community is surrounded by a Y-speaking society. This article reviews some cases of Mediterranean enclave speech communities, while specific concern is devoted to Alghero (l’Alguer), a Catalan-speaking enclave in Sardinia, in the western Mediterranean.  Often the linguistic landscape of enclaves involves the intertwining of... more

  • Articles

    Regional Assimilation of Syntax-Pragmatic Markers of Nigerian English in Contemporary Literary Texts

    Samuel Babatunde Akanbi, Toluwalase Popoola Toluwalase
    60–77

    31 (Abstract) 13 (Download)

    This study examined syntax-pragmatic patterns in three selected literary texts from Northern, Eastern, and Western Nigeria using Labov’s language variation theory. Data were collected from secondary sources and analyzed qualitatively. The findings revealed distinct syntactic patterns across regions, categorized into three groups: coinages, reduplications, and hybridizations. Coinages from the Southwest included self-contain, second-hand, face-me-I-face-you, and keep the... more

  • Articles

    An Onomastic Analysis of Shop Names: A Case of Manyama Market in Zambia

    Pethias Siame, See Muleya, Raphael Prince Akeem Chisenga
    78–92

    22 (Abstract) 9 (Download)

    Motivated by the role of commercial onomastics in trade and business, this study linguistically analyses shop names in the multilingual context of the Manyama market in Kalumbila, Zambia.  Three objectives guide this study: to identify the morphological processes employed in the formation of shop names at Manyama Market, to describe the contributing factors in shop... more

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    A Socio-Phonetic Investigation of the Acoustic Features of English Vowel Sounds by Lassi English Second Language Speakers

    Muhammad Zain, Abdul Malik Abbasi, Imtiaz Husain
    93–103

    41 (Abstract) 19 (Download)

    This study presents the first comprehensive acoustic analysis of English monophthongs produced by native Lassi Sindhi speakers. Despite the limited research on the Lassi dialect, its speakers engage with English as a second language, often displaying pronunciation patterns influenced by their first language. LassiTen monophthongs (/iː, ɪ, æ, e, ɑː, ɛ, uː, ʊ, ɔː, ʌ/)... more

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    The Impact of Globalization on Naming Practices in Israel

    Oshri Zighelboim
    104–116

    15 (Abstract) 4 (Download)

    Changes in naming patterns within a specific society reflect socio-cultural shifts within that society. In the 21st century, globalization has become a fundamental aspect of life in both the Western world and Israel, thus significantly influencing the selection of personal names for newborns. This socioonomastic study employs a qualitative research method that involves analyzing discussions,... more

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