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Agung Tri Wibowo
Primary School Teacher Education Department, Sebelas Maret University, Surakarta
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An Analysis of Language Politeness Maxims in Bilingual Elementary School Utterances: A Case Study on Rural School Agung Tri Wibowo; Sri Yamtinah; Sukarno
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol. 14 No. 2 (2026): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/ideas.v14i2.10373

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Politeness in classroom interaction is an essential aspect of students’ pragmatic competence, particularly in bilingual contexts where language use is shaped by social and cultural factors. However, limited attention has been given to how politeness is realized in rural elementary school settings. This study aims to examine how politeness maxims are reflected in students’ bilingual utterances in a rural classroom. Using a descriptive pragmatic approach, the data (n=12) consist of naturally occurring student utterances collected during classroom interaction and analyzed based on Leech’s (2014) Politeness Maxims. The findings show that all six maxims are realized with varying patterns of compliance and violation. Students frequently demonstrate tact, generosity, and agreement through helping behavior, clarification, and supportive responses, reflecting a strong orientation toward maintaining social harmony. However, violations also occur, particularly in the form of direct commands, teasing, and negative expressions in peer interaction. The use of Indonesian and Javanese contributes to these patterns, as students strategically employ both languages to manage formality and interpersonal relations. These findings suggest that politeness is shaped by bilingual competence and local cultural values, and highlight the importance of integrating pragmatic awareness into classroom practices to support more effective and socially appropriate communication.  
Co-Authors Sri Yamtinah Sukarno