With a focus on how linguistic variance reflects larger social structures and cultural identities, this article explores the complex relationship between the English language, socioeconomic class, and ethnicity. The study investigates how English serves as a marker of class stratification as well as a medium of cultural expression by tracking historical processes and integrating modern sociolinguistic viewpoints. It examines how Standard English came to be, how accents and dialects contribute to class differences, and how ethnic variants like African American Vernacular English evolved. The study also looks into how digital communication and globalization affect language diversity and identity formation. The article makes the case that although English is a universal language, it also perpetuates societal injustices and provides chances for identity negotiation.
Nazarova et al. (Mon,) studied this question.