The Effect of Visual Narratives on Nigerian Phonetic Patterns: A Case Study of Instagram Story Captions
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Background of the study
Visual narratives on social media have a profound impact on the phonetic patterns of language. Instagram Story captions, which accompany dynamic visual content, often blend written language with the emotional and contextual cues of images and videos. In Nigeria, these captions exhibit unique phonetic features when recited aloud—such as intonation, stress patterns, and rhythm—that deviate from traditional speech patterns. Users frequently adopt non-standard pronunciations and employ playful phonetic alterations to enhance the impact of visual content, thereby contributing to an evolving phonetic repertoire (Ibrahim, 2024). These adaptations may be influenced by cultural factors, creative intent, and the interplay between visual and textual modalities. Recent research suggests that visual narratives serve as a catalyst for phonetic innovation by providing contextual cues that encourage deviations from standard pronunciation norms (Adeola, 2023; Obi, 2025). This study investigates how Instagram Story captions drive phonetic change in Nigerian digital communication, exploring the ways in which visual context reshapes auditory expression.
Statement of the problem
Although visual narratives have been recognized for their impact on language, there is limited research on how Instagram Story captions affect phonetic patterns among Nigerian users. Existing studies often focus on the visual or textual aspects in isolation, failing to address the phonetic dimension. This gap limits our understanding of how digital imagery and captioning interact to produce non-standard pronunciation and speech patterns. Educators and phonetic researchers require detailed insights into these phenomena to adapt language teaching strategies to contemporary digital practices (Chinwe, 2023; Ibrahim, 2024).
Objectives of the study
1. To analyze phonetic patterns in Nigerian Instagram Story captions.
2. To examine the influence of visual narratives on phonetic modifications.
3. To develop theoretical models explaining digital phonetic innovation.
Research questions
1. What phonetic variations are evident in Instagram Story captions?
2. How do visual narratives affect these phonetic changes?
3. What are the implications for digital phonetics in Nigeria?
Significance of the study
This study is significant as it explores the impact of visual narratives on phonetic patterns in Nigerian digital media. The findings will contribute to phonetic theory and provide insights for adapting language education to incorporate digital and visual influences on speech (Ibrahim, 2024; Obi, 2025).
Scope and limitations of the study
The study is limited to analyzing Instagram Story captions by Nigerian users, excluding other forms of digital visual content and offline speech.
Definitions of terms
• Phonetic Patterns: The sound characteristics of speech.
• Visual Narratives: The combination of images and text to tell a story.
• Instagram Story Captions: Textual content accompanying images in Instagram Stories.
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