Teknosastik: Jurnal Bahasa dan Sastra

Representative Illocutionary Acts in Digital Communication: An Analysis of Marina Tasha’s Utterances on TikTok

Adelia Putri, Akhyar Rido — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This study investigates the representative illocutionary acts used by Marina Tasha in her
TikTok videos that promote Indonesian cuisine. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, the
data were collected through document mining—three of her most-viewed videos—and
analyzed using Searle’s (1979) speech act theory. The results reveal that she used six types of
representative acts: describing, stating, boasting, classifying and identifying, asserting, and
complaining. Among these, describing emerges as the most dominant, reflecting her
communicative aim to vividly present Indonesian dishes to both local and international
audiences. Stating and asserting acts highlight her informative and persuasive roles as an
influencer, while boasting and complaining add authenticity and engagement. Furthermore,
classifying and identifying acts serve an educational function by introducing traditional
dishes clearly. These results indicate that Marina Tasha’s speech acts demonstrate how
language can promote cultural identity, authenticity, and pride through digital media. This
study contributes to pragmatic research on digital communication and underscores the role of
social media influencers in preserving and popularizing national culture.

Lampungese Lexicalized Onomatopoeia

Redika Cindra Reranta — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 11:46:39 +0700

This study examines lexicalized onomatopoeia in Lampungese, a local Indonesian language whose sound-symbolic system has not yet been systematically described despite its longstanding contact with multiple linguistic communities. Onomatopoeia, understood as the creation of lexical items through the imitation of natural sounds, demonstrates both universal cognitive tendencies and language-specific phonological shaping. The purpose of this research is to identify Lampungese onomatopoeic items that have undergone lexicalization and to analyse their phonetic resemblance, morphological patterning, and semantic characteristics. The data were obtained through naturalistic observation of spontaneous Lampungese interactions, guided lexical elicitation based on Dingemanse’s sound-source categories, and verification through the method of depiction, in which speakers responded to auditory and visual stimuli to confirm the iconic basis and contextual use of each form. All items were analysed using detailed phonetic comparison and interpreted through the degrees of iconicity framework. The study identifies 28 sound-imitating forms in Lampungese, yet only eight display stable usage, semantic consolidation, and structural regularity sufficient to be considered lexicalized. These lexicalized items share a consistent structural pattern: each contains an iconic core that approximates the natural sound source and an empty morpheme that attaches without contributing semantic content but aligns the form with Lampungese phonotactic constraints. All eight forms fall under direct onomatopoeia and belong to the domains of animal sounds and object-interaction sounds, while the remaining items function only as descriptive sound expressions in discourse. Overall, the findings provide a systematic account of how sound imitation becomes integrated into the Lampungese lexicon.

Discovering Indonesian Local Traditions through the Film Pabrik Gula (2025)

Rudy — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 13:07:41 +0700

Local traditions constitute a vital aspect of culture that must be introduced and comprehended by the general public, particularly the younger generation. As a nation renowned for its vast and diverse local traditions, Indonesia provides a rich context for such exploration. This study, therefore, aims to identify and analyze the local traditions depicted in the Indonesian horror film Pabrik Gula, released in 2025. The findings of this study will serve as a valuable resource for readers seeking to deepen their understanding of local traditions as represented in films. The primary data for this analysis were drawn directly from the film itself. The data gathered from the film, which pertains to local traditions, is thoroughly examined and analyzed through the lens of Stuart Hall's theory of representation. This approach allows for a nuanced understanding of the meanings conveyed by these traditions. The analysis reveals that there are four local traditions prominently influence the film: the Wayang performance tradition, the custom of making offerings (sesajen), the Kuda Lumping dance, and the Manten Tebu tradition. They represent human personalities, the interplay between humanity and the natural world, as well as themes of resilience, prosperity, and overall well-being. The local traditions depicted in the films significantly contribute to the evocation of horror, as they are deeply intertwined with themes of mysticism within their cultural contexts.

Comparative Analysis Between Carpe Diem and Japanese Ma through Disney and Ghibli’s Animated movies

Muhammad Fithratullah, Muhammad Gerhan Lentara — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 13:15:57 +0700

The Western idea of Carpe Diem and the Japanese idea of ma as they are portrayed in Disney and Studio Ghibli animated films are compared in this research. The study looks at how cinematic signals and narrative structures create culturally distinctive perceptions of time, action, and moral values using Christian Metz's film semiotics and Zepetneck's comparative literature paradigm. In order to examine Carpe Diem as a temporal ideology that sees time as a finite motivating factor propelling urgency, bravery, and quick action, the research focuses on two Disney movies: The Lion King (1994) and Mulan (1998). On the other hand, an analysis of Spirited Away (2001) and Howl's Moving Castle (2004) reveals the Japanese notion of ma, which emphasizes deliberate delay, patience, and meaning gained from unhurried experience and views time as a natural flow to be experienced rather than chased.The findings demonstrate that these differing constructions of time shape contrasting models of character agency: Disney narratives privilege decisive, action-oriented heroism, while Ghibli films foreground moral growth through stillness, restraint, and temporal openness. This study concludes that animated films function as culturally embedded semiotic systems through which divergent ethical orientations toward time and action are communicated to audiences.

Gendered Pragmatics: Flouting of Maxims in Female Conversations in Tilik

Budiawan, Syifa Fauziyah — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 13:18:41 +0700

This study investigates the ways in which female characters in the Indonesian short film Tilik flout Grice’s conversational maxims and how these pragmatic deviations reflect gendered communication patterns. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, eight selected utterances from the film’s dialogue were analyzed, focusing on interactions involving characters such as Bu Tejo, Yu Ning, and Bu Tri. The analysis identified instances of flouting across all four Gricean maxims: quantity, quality, relevance, and manner, with the maxim of quality occurring most frequently. These pragmatic strategies generated conversational implicatures that conveyed implicit moral evaluations and social criticism, particularly toward the character Dian. To enrich the interpretative framework, the study incorporated Tannen’s (1990) theory of gendered communication, emphasizing features such as indirectness, gossip, indirect criticism, and shared assumptions in women’s discourse. The findings demonstrate that maxim flouting in Tilik corresponds closely with these gendered communicative strategies, serving as a means of reinforcing social solidarity while simultaneously negotiating social norms. Overall, the study reveals that flouting conversational maxims functions as a culturally embedded and gendered pragmatic practice through which women construct meaning and express judgment indirectly.

An An Analysis of Derivational Morphemes in the Lyrics of Sabrina Carpenter’s Album Emails I Can’t Send Fwd

Siti Makkiye, Dwi Taurina Mila W, Rahajeng Hauwwa Khissoga — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 13:24:44 +0700

This study investigates the derivational morphemes found in the lyrics of Sabrina Carpenter’s album, aim to identify the types of derivational morphemes used and analyze how they influence meaning and word class. Employing a qualitative descriptive method, the research presents the data through detailed explanations without numerical analysis, enabling a deeper understanding of word formation and shifts in grammatical categories. The data were taken from selected songs and analyzed using Katamba’s theory of derivational morphology. The findings reveal 36 derivational morphemes, consisting of 8 prefixes and 28 suffixes, with no infixes present. Suffixes emerge as the most dominant type, particularly forms such as -ness and -tion, which commonly create new lexical categories. The analysis also shows that derivational processes significantly affect meaning, as seen in examples like kind becoming unkind, which produces an opposite or extended nuance. Overall, the study emphasizes the crucial role of derivational morphology in shaping vocabulary and enhancing linguistic creativity in song lyrics, offering valuable insights for students, teachers, and future researchers in morphology.

Indonesian Users' Self-expressions on X: A Case Study

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 13:30:43 +0700

English has been an important international language for Indonesians to learn since they were children and seen as a major factor of future success in global competition. The wide scope of English language usage has led to the incorporation of English language into Indonesian people's expressions on social media, especially X (previously Twitter). Many Indonesian X users choose to express themselves in English rather than in Indonesian. The aim of this research is to investigate why Indonesian users prefer to use English in their heartfelt self-expressions on X. A qualitative case study, consisting of document gathering and interviews, is adopted in the data collection process. The data includes 8 top replies of the X thread of concern and follow-up interviews with the repliers. The result of this study shows that most participants felt awkward when expressing themselves in Indonesian. Additionally, they prefer utilizing the English language because of its extensive vocabulary and sense of propriety.