code switching and slang: interaction of local and global culture in youth communication in cirebon

Abstract

This study aims to explore how code-switching and slang reflect the interaction between local- and global cultures in daily communication among teenagers in Cirebon. Using a qualitative approach with a closed online questionnaire distributed to 60 respondents aged 17-26, this study investigated language preferences, perceptions, and identity construction through mixed language use. The research findings show that most respondents frequently use code-switching involving Indonesian, Cirebon language, English, and associate this practice with convenience, modernity, and social attachment. Despite concerns about its impact on the purity of the Cirebon language, many still expressed pride in using their local language even in its hybrid form. This study concludes that code-switching and slang serve as dynamic tools for self-expression and identity negotiation, reflecting cultural adaptation and the need to preserve.