: An Azerbaijani/Turkish verb meaning "to download" or "to upload."
: Retains the primary identity of the content creator or subject. Lezgi Studenka Yukle
: Demonstrates the deep-rooted influence of the Russian language on education and youth slang in the region, simplifying studentka into regional phonetic vernacular. : An Azerbaijani/Turkish verb meaning "to download" or
: A Russian loanword used in regional dialects to refer to a female student ( studentka ). 📄 Digital Folklore and Linguistic Hybridity in the
📄 Digital Folklore and Linguistic Hybridity in the Caucasus: An Analysis of the Query "Lezgi Studenka Yukle"
: Refers to the Lezgin ethnic group and their culture native to the Caucasus.
This paper explores the intersection of localized ethnic identity, post-Soviet linguistic borrowing, and internet culture in the Caucasus. By examining the search query "Lezgi Studenka Yukle," this study illustrates how digital platforms have become a repository for contemporary folkloric expressions. It highlights how minority language speakers navigate the digital space through code-mixing to share cultural artifacts, media, and humor. 1. Introduction