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Exploring Politeness Strategies Among Fifth-Grade Students: A Sociopragmatic Analysis of Classroom Interactions Darmawati Darmawati; Mohammad Tahir; Ulinsa Ulinsa
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026)
Publisher : Papanda Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v5i2.3618

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This study investigated linguistic politeness among fifth-grade elementary students at SD Alkhairaat Solonsa through a sociopragmatic lens. Despite the importance of polite language in character formation, students often demonstrate inconsistent adherence to politeness norms in school interactions. This qualitative descriptive study employed purposive sampling to examine students' verbal interactions across various school contexts. Data were collected through naturalistic observation, audio recording, and field notes, then analyzed using Miles and Huberman's interactive model with Brown and Levinson's politeness framework. Results revealed two primary utterance forms: polite utterances employing negative and positive politeness strategies that maintain social harmony, and impolite utterances characterized by face-threatening acts lacking mitigation strategies. Polite language served critical functions including relationship maintenance, conflict avoidance, and respect demonstration. Impoliteness emerged from the interplay of internal factors (limited pragmatic competence, immature emotional regulation) and external factors (family communication patterns, peer influence, school culture). Students demonstrated contextual variability, employing polite strategies with teachers while exhibiting impoliteness with peers. Findings extend politeness theory by demonstrating Brown and Levinson's framework applicability to Indonesian elementary contexts, addressing a significant knowledge gap in primary education politeness research. Practically, results suggest fostering linguistic politeness requires integrated pedagogical approaches combining explicit instruction, teacher modeling, and emotional regulation development alongside linguistic repertoire expansion.
Language, Culture, and Politeness in Directive Speech Acts of the Lauje Language in Parigi Moutong Regency Ulinsa, Ulinsa; Gazali, Gazali; Yunidar, Yunidar; Harisah, Sitti; Rohmadi, Muhammad; Irawan, Nico
KEMBARA: Jurnal Keilmuan Bahasa, Sastra, dan Pengajarannya Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): October
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/kembara.v11i2.42255

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The Lauje language, spoken by communities in Parigi Moutong Regency, Central Sulawesi, reflects a rich cultural and social identity, yet faces the threat of extinction due to the dominance of Indonesian and the impact of globalization. This study aims to explore the forms, functions, and strategies of directive speech acts in the Lauje language, which remain largely undocumented in linguistic research. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed to achieve this goal. Data was collected through field observation, audio recording of natural conversations, and interviews with native speakers in Moubang Village, a culturally representative Lauje-speaking area. Data collection techniques included eavesdropping, recording, and note-taking, while the analysis involved data reduction, categorization, interpretation, and validation using source and theoretical triangulation. The findings reveal six distinct forms of directive speech acts —commanding, ordering, requesting, asking, suggesting, and advising —each with specific social functions and realized through both direct and indirect strategies. These patterns reflect the speaker's sensitivity to social context, hierarchy, and politeness norms. The study concludes that directive speech acts in Lauje serve not only communicative purposes but also preserve the community's cultural values and relational dynamics. The research contributes to pragmatic studies of regional languages and supports efforts to document and revitalize endangered linguistic heritage in Indonesia.
The Politeness of Teachers’ Imperative Speech Acts in Teacher–Student Interactions in Senior High School: A Sociopragmatic Approach Chaidir, Muhammad; Syamsuddin, Syamsuddin; Ulinsa, Ulinsa
Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE) Vol 7 No 1 (2026): January
Publisher : Cahaya Ilmu Cendekia Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37251/jee.v7i1.2286

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Purpose of the study: This study aims to describe, analyze, and interpret the forms, functions, and politeness strategies of teachers’ imperative speech acts in teacher–student interactions at Senior High School 1 Poso Pesisir Utara using a sociopragmatic approach. Methodology: This study employed a qualitative descriptive method using observation, audio recording, and note-taking techniques. Data were analyzed through Miles and Huberman’s interactive analysis model, involving data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The analysis applied Sudaryanto’s formal and informal presentation methods without any statistical or software-based tools. Main Findings: The study identified 17 forms of polite imperative speech acts, including directive, requestive, persuasive, and advisory types. Teachers applied Leech’s six politeness maxims tact, generosity, approbation, modesty, agreement, and sympathy to balance authority and respect. Two politeness strategies, direct and indirect, were used depending on context, social distance, and communicative goals. Teachers consistently maintained ethical, polite, and culturally sensitive communication. Novelty/Originality of this study: This study provides a detailed sociopragmatic analysis of teachers’ imperative speech acts within an Indonesian multicultural school context. It highlights how local linguistic features and cultural norms influence the realization of politeness in educational communication, offering new insights into the intersection of language, culture, and pedagogy rarely explored in previous research.
Representasi Nilai Estetis dalam Syair Karambangan Suku Pamona (Aesthetic Value Representation In the Karambangan Poem of the Pamona Tribe) Ulinsa Ulinsa; Dandi Golontalo; Ninawati Syahrul
Indonesian Language Education and Literature Vol. 7 No. 2 (2022)
Publisher : Jurusan Tadris Bahasa Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24235/ileal.v7i2.9404

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This study discusses the representation of aesthetic values in the kara-mbangan verses of the pamona tribe in Poso regency. The object of the study is a collection of transcribed karambangan verses. Furthermore, there is an explanation of the aesthetic value, the function of aesthetic value, and the benefits of the aesthetic value of the pamona tribe's kar-ambangan verses. This research is a qualitative research with a conte-nt analysis method, and a hermeneutics approach. Data collection uses observation techniques, interviews, and documentation studies. The results of the study found that the pamona tribe's poetry consists of aesthetic values, such as (1) religious values, (2) cultural values, (3) moral values, (4) educational values, (5) entertainment values, (6) sac-rificial values, and (7) compassion values.Penelitian ini membahas tentang representasi nilai estetis dalam syair karambangan suku pamona di kabupaten Poso. Objek penelitian berupa kumpulan syair karambangan yang telah ditranskripsi. Selanjutnya ter-dapat pemaparan nilai estetika, fungsi nilai estetika, dan manfaat dari nilai estetika syair karambangan suku Pamona. Penelitian ini merupak-an penelitian kualitatif dengan metode analisis isi, dan pendekatan her-meneutika. Pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik observasi, wawan-cara, dan studi dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian ditemukan bahwa syair karambangan suku Pamona terdiri dari nilai-nilai estetika, seperti (1) nilai agama, (2) nilai budaya, (3) nilai moral, (4) nilai pendidikan, (5) nilai hiburan, (6) nilai pengorbanan, dan (7) nilai kasih sayang.
Representasi Model Perma Martin Seligman dalam Novel Dompet Ayah Sepatu Ibu Karya J.S Khairen: Kajian Antro-Psikosastra Nur Ratmi; Agustan Agustan; Ulinsa Ulinsa; Gazali Gazali; Juniati Juniati
Jurnal Onoma: Pendidikan, Bahasa, dan Sastra Vol. 12 No. 2 (2026): Penulis pada Edisi ini Terdiri dari Tiga (3) Negara: Indonesia, Taiwan dan Jor
Publisher : Universitas Cokroaminoto Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30605/0kdybn08

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Penelitian ini bertujuan mendeskripsikan representasi model PERMA Martin Seligman dan menjelaskan fungsinya dalam membangun kesejahteraan psikologis tokoh-tokoh dalam novel Dompet Ayah Sepatu Ibu karya J.S. Khairen melalui perspektif antro-psikosastra. Pendekatan antro-psikosastra digunakan untuk menganalisis keterkaitan antara dimensi psikologis dan nilai-nilai budaya Minangkabau yang melandasi perilaku tokoh. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan teknik baca-catat dan dokumentasi terhadap teks novel serta analisis data berdasarkan model interaktif Miles, Huberman, dan Saldaña. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kelima elemen model PERMA, yaitu Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationship, Meaning, dan Accomplishment, direpresentasikan secara jelas melalui tindakan, dialog, dan pengalaman batin tokoh utama. Nilai-nilai budaya seperti religiusitas, kerja keras, cinta keluarga, dan tanggung jawab sosial berperan penting dalam membentuk kesejahteraan psikologis tokoh. Model PERMA dalam novel ini berfungsi untuk menegaskan bahwa kebahagiaan manusia tidak hanya bersifat individual, tetapi juga merupakan hasil interaksi antara aspek emosional, sosial, dan kultural. Kajian ini memperluas penerapan teori psikologi positif dalam konteks sastra Indonesia dan memberikan pemahaman bahwa kesejahteraan psikologis bersifat kontekstual serta berakar pada kearifan lokal.
Penerapan Bahasa Persuasif dalam Mengikis Insecure Remaja di Kota Palu Ulinsa Ulinsa; Ali Karim; Idris Pattekai; Efendi Efendi; Mutmainah Mutmainah
Ranah: Jurnal Kajian Bahasa Vol 12, No 1 (2023): Ranah: jurnal Kajian Bahasa
Publisher : Badan Pengembangan dan Pembinaan Bahasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26499/rnh.v12i1.5209

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This research examines the implementation of persuasive language in eroding insecurity for youth in Palu City. From the perspective of adolescent psycholinguistics who experience insecurity teenagers who have high ideals and want a successful future. This research aims to; 1) describe the types of educational persuasive language in eroding insecure for adolescents in the city of Palu, 2) describe the causal factor of insecure wrong education for youth in Palu city, and 3) describe the results of implementing persuasive language in eroding insecure for youth in Palu city. This research is presented in a qualitative form. The instrument used in collecting data in this paper is a mobile phone recorder. The type of data in this paper is written data and the source of the data is obtained from oral and written utterances from researchers toward experienced adolescents insecure in the city of Palu. Data collection techniques are carried out through stages; 1) observation, 2) interview, and 3) documentation. Technical data analysis was carried out through the following stages: 1) data collection, 2) data reduction, 3) data classification, and 4) conclusion. The results of the study show that 1) types of persuasive language in education erode insecurity in adolescents in the city of Palu including (1) persuasive education to invite/persuade, (2) persuasive education to urge/order, and (3) persuasive education to influence. 2) causal factors insecure for adolescents in the city of Palu, namely (1) educating by pampering, (2) educating with violence, and 3) the results of implementing persuasive language in eroding insecure in adolescents in the city of Palu it was declared successful from the 20 youths who were sampled. Implementation of the use of persuasive language in eroding insecurity in adolescents in the city of Palu was declared successful because the 20 youths who were sampled it was stated that they were able to revive their self-confidence by showing self-confidence in the form of work. AbstrakPenelitian ini mengkaji implementasi bahasa persuasif dalam mengikis insecure bagi remaja di kota Palu. Dari perspektif psikolinguistik remaja yang mengalami insecure pada dasarnya remaja yang memiliki cita-cita yang tinggi dan menginginkan masa depan yang sukses. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk; 1) mendeskripsikan jenis bahasa persuasif pendidikan dalam mengikis insecure bagi remaja di kota Palu, 2) mendeskripsikan faktor-faktor penyebab insecure pendidikan yang salah bagi remaja di kota Palu, dan 3) mendeskripsikan hasil implementasi bahasa persuasif dalam mengikis insecure bagi remaja di kota Palu. Penelitian ini disajikan dalam bentuk kualitatif. Instrumen yang digunakan dalam menggumpulkan data pada makalah ini adalah alat rekam telpon genggam. Jenis data pada makalah ini adalah data tertulis dan sumber data diperoleh dari tuturan lisan dan tulisan dari peneliti terhadap remaja yang mengalami insecure di kota Palu. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui tahapan; 1) obesrvasi, 2) wawancara, dan 3) dokumentasi. Teknis analisis data dilakukan melalui tahapan :1) pengumpulan data, 2) reduksi data, 3) klasifikasi data, dan 4) penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa 1) jenis bahasa persuasif pendidikan dalam mengikis insecure pada remaja di kota Palu meliputi (1) persuasif pendidikan mengajak/membujuk, (2) persuasif pendidikan menghimbau/memerintah, dan (3) persuasif pendidikan memengaruhi. 2) faktor-faktor penyebab insecure bagi remaja di kota Palu, yakni (1) mendidik dengan memanjakan, dan (2) mendidik dengan kekerasan, dan 3) hasil implementasi bahasa persuasif dalam mengikis insecure pada remaja di kota Palu dinyatakan berhasil dari 20 orang remaja yang dijadikan sampel. Impelementasi pemanfaatan bahasa persuasif dalam mengikis insecure kepada remaja di kota Palu dinyatakan berhasil karena dari 20 orang remaja yang dijadikan sampel dinyatakan dapat memunculkan kembali rasa percaya dirinya dengan menunjukkan rasa percaya diri dalam bentuk karya.
Co-Authors Abdul Gafur Marzuki Abdul Kamaruddin Ade Nurul Izatti G. Yotolembah Agung Surya Laksana Agustan Agustan Aldri Frinaldi Ali Karim Ali Karim Andi Bismawati ARDIN, ANITA SAFITRI Arum Pujining Tyas Arum Pujiningtias Asri M. Nur Hidayah Asrianti Asrianti, Asrianti Azis, Sulihin B, M. Asri Chaidir, Muhammad Cindy Afitasari Dandi Golontalo Darmawati Darmawati Deni Karsana Deni Karsana Efendi Enita Istriwati Erizar Erizar Erizar Erizar Erizar Erizar, Erizar Ervina Ervina Fadila Fadila Fadila Fadila, Fadila Ferawati Ferawati Fransikus Bustan Fransiskus Bustan Gazali Gazali Gazali Gazali Gazali Lembah Gladys Gisella Suade Gusti Ketut Alit Suputra Harmisa Harmisa Harmisa, Harmisa Hidayah, Asri M. Nur Himawan, Romi I Wayan Yudana Ida Nur'aeni Ida Nuraeni Idris Patekkai Idris Patekkai Idris Pattekai Idris Pattekai Indra Indra Iqlima Iqlima Irwansyah Irwansyah Irwansyah Irwansyah Istriwati, Enita Jamiluddin, Jamiluddin Julia Marfuah Juniati Juniati Juniati Juniati Laindjong, Nadia Pratiwi Lini Andriani M. Asri B M. Asri B M. Asri B Moh. Reza Mohammad Tahir Muhammad Chaidir Muhammad Nasir Muhammad Nasir Muhammad Rohmadi Muslimin Muslimin Muthia Aryuni Muthmainnah Muthmainnah Muthmainnah Muthmainnah Mutmainah Mutmainah Nelis Pradesa Nico Irawan Nina Wati Ninawati Syahrul Nizrawati, Nizrawati Noviana, Manda Eva Nur Fadilah Nur Halifah Nur Halifah Nur Ratmi Nuraedah Nursyamsi Nursyamsi Oringo, Vincent PERTIWI, GITA Purwaningsi, Utari Rinaldi Rinaldi Sahrudin Barasandji Salsabila, Unik Hanifah Samad, Muhammad Ahsan Santiana Santiana Santiana Santiana Sitti Harisah Solly Aryza Sri Wahyuni Sri Wahyuni Sulihin Azis Suputra, Gusti Ketut Alit Susanti, Ariska Susi Sri Handayani Syamsuddin Syamsuddin Syamsuddin Syamsuddin Syamsuddin Tamrin Tamrin Tamrin Tamrin Taqyuddin Bakri Thresia Trivict Semiun Tungga, Jefri Utari Purwaningsi Wahyudi Rahmat Widya nasfa Yunidar