How factors like gender , ethnicity , and social status fundamentally change the language varieties we use.

Gerard van Herk is a prominent sociolinguist who has written several books and articles on the subject. His work focuses on the social aspects of language use, including language contact, language variation, and language policy.

: How ethnicity, gender, social status, and region affect language use. Interaction & Style

Gerard Van Herk’s book is currently in its , which includes updated sections on: Language and the internet/social media. The impact of globalization on local dialects.