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Rowena Sosas
University of Southern Mindanao
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A Qualitative Linguistic Analysis of Hiligaynon Codeswitching Structure in Kidapawan City Rowena Sosas; Marialou Quinding
TRANS-KATA: Journal of Language, Literature, Culture and Education Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): TRANS-KATA: Journal of Language, Literature, Culture, and Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54923/jllce.v6i1.161

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Ilonggo people in Kidapawan City, Philippines, code-switch for various social and practical reasons. However alive the Hiligaynon language is, there has not available a study on its codeswitching and its predominant structure. This qualitative research study employing linguistic analysis determined how codeswitching is structured and what dominant type of codeswitching is used in Hiligaynon language in Kidapawan City. The participants were Ilonggo individuals who are at least 18 years old and residing in Kidapawan City, Philippines. They were selected using Fishman’s (1972) five language domains of language use, which include school, home, church, market, and neighborhood. This study employed overt observation conducted in multiple sessions, with participants observed individually in their natural settings. The interactions ranged from formal to informal, depending on the context in which the observation took place. The study analyzed 50 instances of codeswitching, which were analyzed based on McArthur's (1998) codeswitching theory. The study found four structures of codeswitching in Hiligaynon: inter-sentential switching, where languages switch between sentences; intra-sentential switching, where languages mix within a sentence; intra-word switching, which happens within a single word; and tag switching, where a tag or interjection from one language is added to a sentence in another language. Results also revealed that Hiligaynon speakers predominantly use intra-sentential switching. Findings imply that Hiligaynon speakers are highly proficient in both their native and second languages, allowing them to switch between languages to adapt their speech for social acceptance and find precise words to facilitate conversations more effectively across multilingual contexts.
A Phenomenological Study on Journaling in Developing Writing Skills among Young Professionals in Kidapawan City, Philippines Rowena Sosas; Jennifer A. Arro; Howard V. Decasa; Danica Lou E. Magsico; Jan Marielle G. Maluyo; Rogie Mae P. Parillo; Marilyn P. Tungala
TRANS-KATA: Journal of Language, Literature, Culture and Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): TRANS-KATA: Journal of Language, Literature, Culture, and Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54923/jllce.v6i2.195

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Journaling is a component of writing macro skills in English, commonly practiced in educational settings. It lays the foundation for producing better and more polished writing. Despite this, there is a significant gap regarding the experiences of young Filipino professionals and their perceptions of the role of journaling in their writing development. To address this gap, the present study examines how journaling develops the writing skills of young professionals. Using a phenomenological research design, this study collected the data through in-depth interviews with nine participants residing in Kidapawan City, Philippines. They are aged 22 to 32, from diverse professional backgrounds, regardless of gender, and all have prior experience with journaling. Colaizzi-informed thematic analysis was used in data analysis. Results revealed that journaling developed the writing skills of young professionals in their writing competence, language use, self-expression, and logical reasoning. Additionally, journaling was found highly advantageous when consistently practiced, balanced between free-form writing and scaffolded prompts, and integrated with reflective thinking practices. Furthermore, young professionals engaged in journaling through format and medium selection, routine establishment, and individualized self-direction. Findings imply that journaling is an effective tool in developing writing skills among young professionals to support their personal and professional growth.
Co-Authors Danica Lou E. Magsico Howard V. Decasa Jan Marielle G. Maluyo Jennifer A. Arro Marialou Quinding Marilyn P. Tungala Rogie Mae P. Parillo