Multicultural London English (MLE) as perceived by the press, on social media, and speakers themselves

This paper aims to contribute the study of Multicultural London English (MLE) by focusing on perceptions MLE speakers their own linguistic production and, also, exploring reactions and responses this variety in British press social media. The results indicate that most feel they use a kind slang. majority accounts found media depict as foreign, associated with grime music bad behaviour. Opinions garnered from networks show more diverse views; while some reiterate perceived negative aspects, others highlight its multicultural nature uniqueness. also suggests measures could be adopted change attitudes towards MLE.