Have you noticed your emails getting a bit… too perfect? Maybe you’ve started using words like “delve,” “meticulous,” or “comprehend” in casual conversation. If so, you’re not alone. A viral report from Business Standard has highlighted a fascinating new psychological shift: the AI-ification of human language.
What is the “AI-ification” of Language?
As AI-generated content (like ChatGPT and Gemini) floods our screens, our brains are subconsciously adapting to their patterns. We are beginning to mimic the “machine-like” structure of AI, leading to a digital landscape that feels polished and grammatically flawless, but increasingly “soulless.”
3 Signs You’re Sounding Like an AI
- The “Delve” Trap: AI loves this word. If you find yourself “delving into” things more than “looking into” them, you’ve been influenced.
- Excessive Formatting: Using bullet points, bold text, and numbered lists for every simple message is a hallmark of AI-inspired structure.
- Overly Formal Tone: If your Slack messages sound like a doctoral thesis, the “too-polished” AI bug might have bitten you.
Why Does This Matter for SEO and AEO?
For search engines (SEO) and Answer Engines (AEO), this creates a dilemma. While machines love clarity, Google’s algorithms are shifting toward rewarding “Human Experience” (EEAT). If everyone sounds like an AI, the content that stands out will be the content that sounds uniquely human—messy, emotional, and personal.
How to Stay Human in an AI World
1. Write as you speak: Use contractions and colloquialisms.
2. Tell stories: AI can’t share personal anecdotes (yet).
3. Be specific: Avoid the generic “meticulous” summaries AI tends to provide.
Are you sounding more like a machine lately? Let us know in the comments!
