Dear Isabelle Kerr,

This is a letter in response to the article “Bare Vexed”. In my opinion, I agree with this article because slang is brainwashing children`s minds. They automatically think that words like “innit” “Bruv” or “Selfie” are the correct words to say. In fact children find it difficult to get through a sentence without mentioning slang words in their English exams, and every day lives. This is because children grow up learning inappropriate uses of language that has ruined their ability to speak and write thus degrading their ranks in society. This can diminish their chances on being successful in this tough and competitive world. Therefore, it is really important children grow up into the world equipped with the appropriate use of language. Otherwise the English language will be lost in this generation. If they keep using slang words in their everyday life then the chances of them becoming employed are significantly hindered. One online user stated “No wonder there is so much youth unemployment”. I agree with you. Most managers would not allow slang to be spoken on their premises, for example if a teenager goes for a job interview and speaks slang, he/she would certainly not get the job. As these people would struggle to communicate in the right manner that is needed to be employed.

You explores the idea of slang words being put in the Oxford dictionary. This would justify slang words and encourage the younger generation, which may have serious consequences. For instance, you states that these words unfairly represent what can only be described as this generations “feeble etymological contribution”. This shows us that this generation are continuously adopting slang words in their writing and speaking. When skimming through the words. Children will automatically think that slang words inserted in the dictionary are correct word or phrase to use. When as a matter of fact, it is absolutely not the right word to use.

In addition the dictionary is basically encouraging these slang words to be spoken all around the UK and around the world. If this continues for years to come, then the dictionary needs a reality check. It has crushed ridiculous amounts of people’s speaking ability and must undoubtedly withdraw the slang words before it takes its toll on many other citizens. I think it is degrading the beautiful English language that has stood tall for many years.

I think that this generation of teenagers have been forced to learn or to speak these slang words in order to fit in with other people in society, especially in schools. If you don’t use slang words regularly the other students would not recognise you as their friend . As a matter of fact the well behaved, mature and well mannered pupil are using slang to fit in with this new society. For example, I tend to use slang words but I despise using it. I only use it to fit in with the students, which I think is unacceptable. People should speak appropriate English language and act like themselves to be accepted in society.

As another online user stated “What has the world come to”. I agree with this point as many people around the world are copying famous people for e.g Miley Cyrus was caught “Twerking” which means dancing to music in a sexually provocative manner, involving thrusting hip movements and a low squatting stance. Seeing a famous person in Miley Cyrus performing this intrigues many young children all over the world to also perform this act its the same with slang. Surely people would recognize these acts are the wrong thing to do.

you also explore the fact that some slang words are no longer being adopted by the younger generation. Words like “groovy” “wicked” and “peak” are no longer slang words being spoken by children. They are like fashion trends that come and go.Therefore the use of slang words coming and going from time to time is nonsense there should be well spoken words that will stick in the English language. Instead of no longer speaking slang words why don’t we adopt some of the well spoken words that have been used for centuries, if Shakespeare was still alive he would be utterly disgusted by the words being spoken today. All in all this generation is certainly not a good one to live in terms of speaking the language.

Overall, the present article has a compelling evidence that slang words are being used in the Oxford dictionary. Will hinder children`s education, and has a big impact on the young generation communicating effectively in the wider world. I strongly agree with this article. You strongly believe that slang words are not the correct way to communicate efficiently. This article stands for what I believe in regarding slang being used to brainwashing children`s minds and their future. If they carry on using slang.

Yours Sincerely,

Brooke Ferede.