Code Mixing in Language Style Development Among Teenagers

The use of code mixing in learning has an impact on the way they communicate both academically and formally. They often use code mixing between English and Indonesian in a sentence or conversation. This practice enriches their vocabulary and affects their language skills.

Social Response to Code Mixing

Reactions from family and friends to adolescents' language styles are quite diverse. In the friendship environment, they do not get criticized because their friendship environment uses code mixing on average. The use of code mixing is considered normal and accepted. In the family environment, they get support because family members feel proud of the ability to use two languages at the same time. Family members feel that it is a good thing when they can communicate in Indonesian and English fluently.