Yunisrina Q. Yusuf
Department Of English Education, Faculty Of Teacher Training And Education, Universitas Syiah Kuala, Banda Aceh, Indonesia

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CROSS-CULTURAL PRAGMATICS OF INDONESIAN SPEECH ACTS BY FILIPINO YOUTUBE CONTENT CREATOR Abdul Ghafur; Yunisrina Qismullah Yusuf; Mohd. Harun; Ramli Ramli; Denni Iskandar
LiNGUA: Jurnal Ilmu Bahasa dan Sastra Vol 20, No 2 (2025): LiNGUA
Publisher : Laboratorium Informasi & Publikasi Fakultas Humaniora UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/ling.v20i2.35690

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In Indonesian digital space, recently, there has been a noticeable increase in Filipino gaming content creators speaking in Indonesian. This phenomenon is interesting because it shows that the digital platforms have become key spaces for intercultural communication, identity expression, and language interaction in modern society. However, research on Indonesian speech acts used by foreign speakers, particularly Filipino content creators, is still very limited. Therefore, this study aims to examine how Filipino content creators perform Indonesian speech acts in digital communication. Several Indonesians and Filipinos creators, who is communicating in the digital space, were selected as the data source due to their high audience engagement and consistent use of Indonesian in digital communication. Such communication practice makes them appropriate representatives of cross-cultural language practices in online environments. Through a qualitative analysis, the specific eight hours of video data were transcribed and categorized according to Austin and Searle’s speech act framework (locutionary, illocutionary, and perlocutionary). Such categorization is displayed into tables to identify patterns of use. This systematic analytical procedure enhances interpretive reliability and reveals recurring pragmatic patterns within naturally occurring discourse. The study identified a total of 97 speech acts produced by Filipino content creators. The analysis shows that Filipino content creators tend to use illocutionary speech acts with harsher language and a sarcastic style. Furthermore, content creators also use locutionary acts that employ descriptive sentences and informal or casual language. Meanwhile, in perlocutionary acts, content creators generally receive positive responses from their audience, which is most likely influenced by the entertaining and light-hearted nature of their videos. These findings indicate that Filipino content creators, despite being non-native Indonesian speakers, demonstrate strong pragmatic awareness by strategically performing social actions, managing interpersonal relations, and sustaining audience engagement. Their speech reflects how digital contexts facilitate pragmatic experimentation, enabling second-language users to adapt linguistic resources to interactional goals such as persuasion, rapport-building, and identity construction. This study contributes to the development of cross-cultural pragmatic studies and can serve as a reference for teaching Indonesian as a foreign language in the digital era by emphasizing the pedagogical value of authentic digital discourse in fostering learners’ pragmatic competence and intercultural communicative skills in real-world communication.
Local Wisdom in the Figurative Language of the Randai Tradition in Aneuk Jamee Weddings: An Anthropolinguistic Study Wafa Dhina Aliyah; Yunisrina Qismullah Yusuf; Zulfadli A. Aziz
Jurnal Arbitrer Vol. 12 No. 4 (2025)
Publisher : Masyarakat Linguistik Indonesia Universitas Andalas

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25077/ar.12.4.553-566.2025

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In oral cultures, language is considered a vital means of transmitting social norms, values, and local wisdom to the next generation. This study discusses the Randai tradition in wedding ceremonies in Aneuk Jamee, Aceh, Indonesia, and reflects on the role of figurative language in conveying local wisdom. Based on Minangkabau culture and its acculturation into Acehnese culture, Randai incorporates poetic language and proverbs, as well as symbols associated with artistic and moral values. The research employed an anthropological approach and was conducted in Ladang Village, South Aceh, Indonesia, using observation, audio recordings, and in-depth interviews with five elders in the community. The results revealed that the local wisdom embedded in the figurative language includes: harmony on ‘politeness and thoughtful speech’, and ‘social equality’, education on ‘responsibility and commitment’, and ‘obedience to custom and discipline’ (5 metaphors), cooperation on ‘gotong royong’ and ‘unity and mutual support’ (1 hyperbole), spirituality on ‘humility and modesty’ (1 litotes), and another in spirituality on ‘optimism and hope’ (1 paradox). This tradition not only reflects the shared values and cultural continuity but also functions as a living course, communicating ethics, emotional intelligence, and intergenerational respect. In a modern context, it strengthens group identity while encouraging younger generations to uphold ancestral wisdom. The use of such devices showed that Randai is not just a form of entertainment but also a medium of culture and education, strengthening the Aneuk Jamee community’s moral and Islamic values and identity, especially among the younger generation of Acehnese.
Investigation of Code-Switching Used by Young-Famous Indonesian YouTubers in Travel Content Videos Yunisrina Qismullah Yusuf; Ika Apriani Fata; Deafi Denilda; Saiful Marhaban Saiful Marhaban; Abdulhakim Saidu Abdulhakim Saidu
JEELS (Journal of English Education and Linguistics Studies) Vol. 12 No. 2 (2025): JEELS November 2025
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) Syekh Wasil, Kediri, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30762/jeels.v12i2.4862

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In travelling videos, people tend to do code-switching, yet there is limited study to examine code-switching in YouTube during travelling time. This study focused on filling in the gap by analysing code-switching by young and famous Indonesian YouTubers in travel content videos. Five informants through purposive sampling were chosen, and we employed a descriptive qualitative method, drawing on the frameworks of Gumperz and Hoffmann. The results revealed that famous Indonesian YouTubers utilised four code-switching types: inter-sentential switching, intra-sentential switching, tag-switching and determining consistency with the previous speaker. Intra-sentential Switching was the most popular code-switching strategy among YouTubers, and it indicates the utility in ordinary communication and to interact daily. However, consistency with the previous speaker was the least to be determined, signifying that YouTubers like to proceed to new topics during vlogging rather than repeating the words of earlier speakers. This study also discovered five code-switching functions: reiteration, interjection, addressee specification, message qualification, and personalization vs objectification. YouTubers mostly used interjections in English tags to strengthen sentences so viewers may remember the vlogging content easily. The quotation function has never been found denoting Youtubers' limited schemata for relating content to scientific knowledge. Further studies are encouraged to explain the phenomenon of CS in other social media and compare senior YouTubers with young YouTubers in vlogging or podcasting.
A Cultural Bridge Between Oral Traditions and Health Perspectives in Acehnese Maternal Taboos Yunisrina Qismullah Yusuf; Diana Fauzia Sari; Ima Indirayani; Azkiya Azkiya
Jurnal Arbitrer Vol. 13 No. 2 (2026)
Publisher : Masyarakat Linguistik Indonesia Universitas Andalas

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25077/ar.13.2.212-228.2026

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This study examined Acehnese maternal taboos and their relationship with health perspectives through an anthropological and linguistic approach in Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar, Indonesia. It explored how traditional beliefs coexist with modern health knowledge within their cultural contexts. The study contributes theoretically by indicating that maternal taboos represent an evolving knowledge system where cultural meanings, intergenerational transmission, and health interpretations interact rather than exist as separate domains. Data were collected through interviews with 12 women (pregnant women, those with previous pregnancy experience, and caregivers), two obstetricians, and two midwives selected based on their maternal health expertise. Participants were from various areas of Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar, while healthcare professionals had 5–25 years of clinical and academic experience. The findings revealed that Acehnese maternal taboos comprise five categories: dietary, life safety, time, place, and activity. Dietary restrictions were the most prevalent, particularly concerning foods consumed during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Among 34 documented taboos, 22 partly corresponded with health-related considerations, such as avoiding sugar cane due to its high sugar content, reflecting a connection between traditional practices and health knowledge. These health-related maternal taboos reflect three interconnected views of pregnancy: bodily vulnerability, environmental influence, and moral responsibility. These practices regulate food intake, environmental interactions, and maternal behavior, indicating that Acehnese maternal knowledge constructs health through the relationship between the body, surroundings, and social obligations rather than biological mechanisms alone. The remaining 12 emerged primarily from cultural or supernatural beliefs, such as avoiding outdoor activities at sunset to prevent unseen disturbances. Although some practices lack support from current health perspectives, they remain widely observed and transmitted across generations. They emphasize the enduring influence of oral tradition in shaping Acehnese cultural identity and social values.
Pre-service English teachers’ perspectives on global Englishes in Banda Aceh, Indonesia Diana Fauzia Sari; Yunisrina Qismullah Yusuf; Heather Linville; Amirul Mukminin; Tanzir Masykar
English Language Teaching Educational Journal Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.12928/eltej.v9i2.15083

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The role of English as a global language has sparked debates in English Language Teaching (ELT), particularly within the context of World Englishes. This study investigates Indonesian pre-service teachers’ perceptions of five key issues: English as a global language, language ownership, native versus non-native speaker status, cultural content in ELT, and the appropriateness of teaching methods and materials. The study was conducted in Banda Aceh and used a mixed-methods approach, combining questionnaires and semi-structured interviews with 15 participants. The findings show that while participants recognize the global importance of English, they express concerns about its dominance over local languages and cultures. Native speakerism is contested; some value native speakers’ linguistic accuracy, while others prioritize teaching ability. The participants note challenges in adapting Western materials to local contexts and encourage a hybrid approach combining global perspectives with local relevance. They find that English teaching should be more flexible and inclusive to help students understand global English while valuing local cultures.
Co-Authors Abdul Ghafur Abdulhakim Saidu Abdulhakim Saidu Aini, Rahimatul ALFA NADYA Aliyah, Wafa Dhina Amirul Mukminin Amirul Mukminin Anisah Asnawi Muslem Aufa, Nawal Aziz, Zulfadli Abdul Azkiya Azkiya Azmar, Cut Nurul Baehaqi BURHANSYAH YUSUF Bustami Usman Chairina Nasir Chairina Nasir Cut Dewi, Cut Daska Azis Deafi Denilda Dekhnich, Olga V. Delavari, Hilda Denni Iskandar Diah Bunga Nastiti Dian Fajrina Dian Fajrina Dian Fajrina Diana Achmad Diana Achmad Diana Fauzia Sari Diana Fauzia Sari Fajar Fitrian Fajriani, Ukhti Fajrina, Dian Fina Yanita Firdaus Fitrisia, Dohra Gadeng, Ahmad Nubli Heather Linville Hilda Delavari Hilda Delavari Ika Apriani Fata Ikhwani Ikhwani Ima Indirayani Irma Sari Iskandar Abdul Samad Jarjani Usman Karwinda, Sinta Khairi, Ziaul Khan, Asma Sohaib Khumaira, Gata Lia Cahya Ningrum Lie, Jacqueline Linville, Heather Marimuthu, Sangeetha Marisa Yoestara, Marisa Martin Kustati Masrizal Mahmud Masyithah, Claudia Mohd Harun Muhammad Aulia Mulyadi Syahputra Muslem, Asnawi Muthalib, Kismullah Abdul Naziratun Ulfa Nira Erdiana Nurbaiti Nurbaiti Nurul Aina Nurul Inayah Patcharin Kangkha Qamariah, Hijjatul QISMULLAH YUSUF Qismullah Yusuf Qudwatin Nisak M. Isa Rahimatul Aini Raihan Zulfarlia Raja Nor Safinas Raja Harun Ramli Ramli Raudhatul Jannah Razali Razali Rita Tauhidah Rita Zahara, Rita Roni Ageng Hidayatullah Rosnani Sahardin Safrul Muluk Said Miftahul, Fahmi Saiful Akmal Saiful Marhaban Saiful Marhaban Salmani Nodoushan, Mohammad Ali Sangeetha Marimuthu Sari, Diana Fauzia Sari, Irma Septhia Irnanda, Septhia Silviyanti, Tgk Maya Singh, Charanjit Kaur Swaran Siti Sarah Fitriani, Siti Sarah Sofyan A. Gani Sofyan A. Gani Sofyan A. Gani Sri Rahayu Jumiati Ningsih Sri Wahyuni Sri Wahyuni Syarifah Nisa Khaira Tanzir Masykar Tengku Maya Silviyanti Teuku Mohammad Aulia Thara Hendri Safitri Titin Arifa Maulida Usman Kasim Wafa Dhina Aliyah Wahyuni, Sri Wardana, Andri Yani, Vida Yuliana Natsir Yusri Yusuf Yusuf, Qismullah Yuyun Nailufar Zahari, Maula Azkia Zaiyana Putri Zulfadli A. Aziz Zulfadli A. Aziz Zulfadli A. Aziz, Zulfadli A.