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UNDERSTANDING PHONOLOGY: BASIC CONCEPTS AND EXAMPLES OF ANALYSIS Nasywa Sakinah; Asti Ananta; Ajrul Khair; Yani Lubis
JALC : JOURNAL OF APPLIED LINGUISTIC AND STUDIES OF CULTURAL Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): November
Publisher : Rahis Cendekia Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.65787/jalc.v3i2.593

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Studying the orderly arrangement and purpose of speech sounds in a language is essential to understanding phonology. Phonemes, the smallest units of sound that define meaning, are the subject of phonology, which also studies how these sounds are patterned and controlled by phonotactics, stress, and intonation. Phonology examines the abstract, conceptual representations of sounds and their language functions, in contrast to phonetics, which examines the physical production and acoustic characteristics of sounds. Identifying phonemes, their allophones (variations), and the principles that explain sound alterations in various contexts—such as assimilation and deletion—are all part of phonological analysis. The flap realization of /t/ and /d/ sounds between vowels and the pronunciation variants of the plural morpheme -s ([s], [z], [ɪz]) are two examples of English phonological rules. All things considered, phonology offers crucial information about how sounds work to transmit meaning and structure in language communication.
The Analysis of Relationship Between Punctuation and Pronunciation Skills Natasya Miranda Gihar; Rismayani Marpaung; Yani Lubis; Hanyan Zhu
JELT : Journal of English Education, Teaching and Literature Vol. 2 No. 1 (2024): April
Publisher : Rahis Cendekia Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.65787/jelt.v2i1.363

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Punctuation is one of the most important aspects of the English language. However, punctuation is often associated with writing ability alone, even though in fact punctuation also plays a big role in pronunciation ability. And this research is intended to discuss the relationship between punctuation and pronunciation ability. To find out whether they are related and what causes them to be related. This research was conducted using the interview method by asking participants' opinions regarding the relationship between punctuation and pronunciation skills. The author also uses qualitative descriptive research to provide a systematic and factual description of the topic under study. And the results of this research are expected to provide a more in-depth picture of punctuation marks in improving pronunciation abilities.
INTRODUCTION TO LINGUISTICS: LOCAL LANGUAGE PHONOLOGICAL INTERFERENCE IN NORTH SUMATERA Dini Aisyah Fitri; Tria Ramadani Siregar; Yani Lubis
Cerdika: Jurnal Ilmiah Indonesia Vol. 3 No. 09 (2023): Cerdika : Jurnal Ilmiah Indonesia
Publisher : Publikasi Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59141/cerdika.v3i09.672

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Manusia berinteraksi satu sama lain, dapat menggunakan lebih dari satu bahasa. Dampak penggunaan lebih dari satu bahasa adalah kontak antar bahasa. Salah satu fenomena kontak bahasa adalah interferensi. Proses interferensi dapat terjadi pada semua tingkat kehidupan, termasuk dalam penelitian ini, yaitu gangguan fonologis bahasa daerah di Sumatera Utara. Penelitian ini menggambarkan bentuk-bentuk gangguan dalam bahasa Indonesia, Jawa, Sunda, Mandailing, dan Melayu oleh orang asing yang tinggal di Sumatera Utara. Manifestasi interferensi ini berada pada tingkat fonologis, yang selalu digunakan dalam berkomunikasi, serta dalam menjelaskan penyebab di balik terjadinya interferensi fonologis, dengan tujuan menghindari kesalahpahaman terhadap makna yang akan didengar oleh pendengar saat berkomunikasi. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif kualitatif dan kuantitatif, yang mencoba mendeskripsikan gangguan fonologis bahasa daerah di Sumatera Utara. Metode pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah metode pengumpulan (1) teknik perekaman dengan menggunakan alat perekam dan (2) teknik tulisan dalam buku catatan. (3) teknik video dan (4) teknik foto kelompok. Sedangkan metode analisis data terdiri dari (1) identifikasi masalah, (2) pengantar pelajaran (3) perencanaan (4) tindakan (5) pengamatan (6) refleksi. Diketahui bahwa interferensi yang terjadi mencakup interferensi pada tingkat fonologis. Faktor-faktor yang menyebabkan gangguan adalah bilingualisme penutur, kebiasaan atau kesetiaan penutur dalam menggunakan bahasa daerah mereka, dan keterbatasan kemampuan penutur Indonesia, mereka telah tinggal terlalu lama di tanah air sehingga ketika berada di daerah baru mereka masih terbiasa menggunakan bahasa lokal mereka, karena setiap hari mereka berbicara dalam bahasa lokal yang mereka miliki, kurangnya interaksi dengan orang lain dalam menggunakan bahasa tanah air sehingga mereka tidak terlatih atau terbiasa menggunakannya. Dengan demikian inilah yang membuat orang asing terus menggunakan bahasa lokal mereka daripada bahasa Indonesia.
The Importance of Grammar in Communication Muhammad Habiburrahman; Aulia Sabrina Siregar; Nur Rahmaida Tanjung; Yani Lubis
EJI (English Journal of Indragiri): Studies in Education, Literature, and Linguistics Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): EJI (English Journal of Indragiri): Studies in Education, Literature, and Lingu
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61672/eji.v9i2.3002

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Effective communication heavily relies on the correct use of grammar. This study explores the pivotal role of grammar in facilitating clear, accurate, and credible information exchange, as well as its impact on the communicator's professionalism. Employing a library research methodology, this review analyses existing academic materials to identify and synthesize effective strategies for improving grammar mastery in English communication. Findings indicate that explicit grammar instruction, contextualized and task-based learning, and the utilization of digital technology are highly effective methods. Furthermore, learner motivation and consistent teacher support are identified as crucial enabling factors. While acknowledging various pedagogical approaches, this research concludes that an integrated or "focused form" approach, combining explicit teaching with meaningful communicative tasks, is most effective for developing both accuracy and fluency. This study provides evidence-based insights into best practices for enhancing grammar proficiency, which ultimately strengthens overall communication skills, while also highlighting avenues for future research in diverse learning contexts.
The effect of the Lola Speak application on students’ pronunciation skills Tara Arini; Yani Lubis
Curricula: Journal of Curriculum Development Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Curricula: Journal of Curriculum Development
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/curricula.v4i1.84667

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The integration of Mobile-assisted Language Learning (MLL) tools, such as the Lola Speak app, offers an innovative pathway to improving English pronunciation skills. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of Lola Speak in improving students’ pronunciation. The rationale for this study lies in the persistent challenges faced by learners in acquiring accurate pronunciation using traditional methods, which often lack interactivity and real-time feedback. This study used a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test design. The sample consisted of 60 high school and university students in Medan, divided into an experimental and a control group. Quantitative data were analyzed using paired t-tests to measure improvement within each group, and independent two-sample t-tests to compare results between groups, with a significance level of 0.05. The results showed a significant improvement in the experimental group's pronunciation ability compared to the control group. These findings suggest that the use of mobile applications such as Lola Speak positively contributes to the improvement of English pronunciation ability. Thus, this application can be an effective supporting resource in English learning in the digital era.   Abstrak Integrasi alat pembelajaran bahasa berbantuan seluler (Mobile-assisted Language Learning atau MALL), seperti aplikasi Lola Speak, menawarkan jalur inovatif untuk meningkatkan keterampilan pengucapan bahasa Inggris. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menyelidiki efektivitas Lola Speak dalam meningkatkan pengucapan siswa. Dasar pemikiran penelitian ini terletak pada tantangan terus-menerus yang dihadapi oleh pelajar dalam memperoleh pengucapan yang akurat menggunakan metode tradisional, yang sering kali kurang interaktivitas dan umpan balik waktu nyata. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan desain kuasi-eksperimental pre-test dan post-test. Sampel terdiri dari 60 siswa di SMA dan universitas di Medan yang dibagi ke dalam kelompok eksperimen dan kontrol. Data kuantitatif dianalisis menggunakan uji t berpasangan untuk mengukur peningkatan dalam setiap kelompok, dan uji t dua sampel independen untuk membandingkan hasil antar kelompok, dengan tingkat signifikansi 0,05. Hasil menunjukkan peningkatan yang signifikan dalam kemampuan pelafalan kelompok eksperimen dibandingkan kelompok kontrol. Temuan ini menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan aplikasi mobile seperti Lola Speak berkontribusi positif terhadap peningkatan kemampuan pelafalan bahasa Inggris. Dengan demikian, aplikasi ini dapat menjadi sumber daya pendukung yang efektif dalam pembelajaran bahasa Inggris di era digital. Kata Kunci: Lola Speak; pelafalan; pembelajaran bahasa berbantuan seluler
Co-Authors Achmad Ridwan Afia Nur Meiza Afzylianur Harahap Ajrul Khair Aldo Suriadi Alya Fadhillah Daimunthe Amelia Azzahra Ariqqah Raihana Arya Wiranda Asmaul Husna Asti Ananta Aula Adnin Ritonga Aulia Rahma Aulia Sabrina Siregar Ayumi Seftina Azura Fazira Bima Bahari Cansa Namira Sitanggang Cindy Alia Ramadhany Cindy Triningsih Cut Ria Manisha Dewi Dokate Manalu Dillo Sarwana Dimas Dimas Dinda Gustiana Dinda Sundana Dini Aisyah Fitri Dzakiyah Darajat Elvida Futri Mahara Erna Fitriani Daulay Fara Audina Lubis Faris Fadillah Fatimah Azzahra Siregar Febri Shaleh Siregar Fika Mardiani Hafizah Ismayati Hanafi Aryunsyah Indarto Hanyan Zhu Hawa Alfina Salsabil Herika Dalimunthe Ismah Nazhifah Juanda Muktar Hasibuan Karunia Amanda Z Kezia Nur Elizanti Purba Khairun Nisa Khairunnisa Khairunnisa Laila Anum Lailatul Fitria Loudya Putri Utama M.Habib Rifki Nasution Miftahul Jannah Muhammad Faisal Hajmi Muhammad Habiburrahman Mutiara Qalbiyah Marfa Mutiara Sasmitha Gemilang Nabila Zuhairya Nadila Adelia Putri Nahdiyah Rizqoh Najah Athirah Najla Regar Nasywa Sakinah Natasya Miranda Gihar Novita Ritonga Nur Rahmaida Tanjung Nurasiah Anggini Nurul Aini Puspita Maharani Putri Afsila Balqis Barus Putri Humaira Putri Zahriah Queen Latifa Dalimunthe Rahayu Wulandari Rahmi Pitriyani Raifa Naswa Khodijah Ramadhan Solin Raudhotul Fadhilah Razwa Syakira Zuhrifa Munthe Reflina3 Ricky Dian Saputra Rismayani Marpaung Rizky Ardi Pratama Rizky Ummi Thahirah Nasution Rosa Anjani Sabila Kamalia Sahfitri Ahwani Salwa Aulia Chaniago Selva Rizky Akmalia Shafira Hasan Hasibuan Shinta Nurfidha Sholihatul Hamidah Daulay Siti Sholikhah Tara Arini Tiara Dwi Lestari Tiara Putri Tria Ramadani Siregar Ulysa Humayrah Widya Maharani Wirda Lestari Pasaribu Yulia Hidayat Yungki Akbar Zahwa Nazhifah Limbeng ⁠Irpi Octia Pebrianti