ETHNIC FORMS OF GERMAN IN YOUNG PEOPLE'S SPEECH

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the ethnolinguistic forms of German in adolescent speech, exploring how this linguistic phenomenon is related to processes of identification and social interaction. It examines the concept of ethnolect, the ways in which it is used by different generations of migrant youth, and the social and cultural aspects of this process. It also discusses how ethnolectual forms are used either to define social boundaries or, conversely, as a means of creating new opportunities for communication. The need for further in-depth research into the development of ethnolects, their impact on youth identity and the changes taking place among migrant generations is emphasised.