Language and globalization revisited: Life from the periphery in COVID-19

Abstract This short paper discusses language and globalization in the context of COVID-19. The pandemic has important impacts on people across globe, particular absence face-to-face interaction results new forms communication may lead to ways change. revisits sociolinguistics globalization, challenges brought about by COVID-19 its containment measures. generates particularly discourses, especially from those who are affected most. includes a vignette such discourses show that mobility inequality remain key issues current stage globalization.