Abstract： American slang is a kind of colloquial speech used extensively on informal occasions. Slang used to be regarded as indecent, vulgar language. However, today people have realized its value. As an integral part of today’s American English, more and more people widely use such language forms in their daily communication. However, for English learners, it is quite difficult to understand it. In order to help English learners to avoid misunderstanding and enhance international communication and language competence, the paper explores its linguistic features and its in many areas.

Key words: Slang, linguistic features, application

CONTENTS

Abstract

中文摘要

1. Introduction1

2 Literature Review1

3 Linguistic Features and Rhetorical Features of American slang 2

3.1 Language Features of American Slang 

3.1.1 Humor

3.1.2 Brevity

3.1.3 Rhyme

3.1.4 Instability

3.2 Rhetorical Features of American Slang 4

3.2.1 Euphemism

3.2.2 Metaphor

3.2.3 Exaggeration

4. Application of American Slang..6

4.1 American Slang in Guiding 

4.2 American Slang in Business Activities

4.3 American Slang in Music

5. Conclusion8

Bibliography.9

Acknowledgements.10