INFLUENCE OF ENGLISH ON MODERN FRENCH: A STUDY BASED ON MASS MEDIA CONTENT

This article presents an in-depth investigation into the lexical-grammatical and stylistic-structural features of English borrowings in the contemporary French language, with a particular focus on mass media materials. Adopting both quantitative and qualitative approaches, the study provides a comprehensive analysis of the prevalence, stylistic use, and sociolinguistic implications of English borrowings in French newspapers, television broadcasts, radio, and social media platforms. Findings underscore the significant role of English borrowings in shaping the French lexicon, grammar, and stylistics, as well as their socio-cultural implications, reflecting the global influence of English and the increasing interconnectedness of our world. The study concludes by highlighting future perspectives in the research on language borrowing, suggesting the exploration of evolving patterns of English borrowings, their sociolinguistic implications, and their reception among different groups of French speakers. The research contributes to the broader discourse on language contact, globalisation, and the impact of mass media on language change.