EXPLORING CASUAL AND INTIMATE REGISTER USED IN A.C.E FANDOM COMMUNICATION ON X

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  • Dewi Judithia Putri Universitas Negeri Surabaya

Keywords:

A.C.E Fans, fandom, language variation, register, X conversation

Abstract

This study investigated the types of language registers used by A.C.E fans (Choice) on the X platform. Focusing on casual and intimate registers, the research explores how fans communicate within a digital fandom context. Employing a qualitative approach, fan-generated content was collected from publicly accessible posts on X and analyzed to identify patterns in register usage. The findings indicate that casual and intimate registers are prominently used, reflecting the expressive and close-knit nature of the fan community. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of digital communication practices and the evolving nature of language in online fan discourse.

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Published

2025-08-10

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Putri, D. J. (2025). EXPLORING CASUAL AND INTIMATE REGISTER USED IN A.C.E FANDOM COMMUNICATION ON X. Language Horizon: Journal of Language Studies, 13(2), 8–14. Retrieved from https://ejournal.unesa.ac.id/index.php/language-horizon/article/view/71383

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Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): August 2025

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