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Examining Illocutionary Acts: Male and Female Judges’ Comments on Indonesia’s Next Top Model Zalikha; Dian Budiarti
SPHOTA: Jurnal Linguistik dan Sastra Vol. 16 No. 1 (2024): SPHOTA: Jurnal Linguistik dan Sastra
Publisher : Fakultas Bahasa Asing (FBA) Universitas Mahasaraswati Denpasar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36733/sphota.v16i1.7176

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This article delves into the linguistic and discursive aspects of communication, exploring the application of theories proposed by J.L. Austin (1975) and John Searle (1969) to understand the illocutionary acts employed by the male and female judges in Indonesia's Next Top Model. Within the context of reality television, where judgments and critiques are integral components, the language used by judges holds particular significance. This study aims to delve into the illocutionary acts employed by male and female judges in the popular television show "Indonesia's Next Top Model Cycle 3." The research method for this study employed a qualitative research approach, involved describing data from real-life situations or phenomena in their natural context within the reality show to explore the nuances and meanings of illocutionary acts in judges' comments. A sample of episodes from Indonesia's Next Top Model Cycle 3 was selected for analysis, ensuring representation of both male and female judges' comments. The dataset consisted of 266 utterances, 132 utterances from male judges' comments and 134 utterances from female judges' comments. In this study, it is found that the female judges had a greater variety of speech acts where they used all types of speech acts when giving comments. Whereas male judges only used three types of speech acts. The most dominant type of speech act of both male and female judges is assertives/representatives. It is inferred that both male and female judges are having or showing a confident and forceful personality in their utterances. In this study, it can also be seen that female judges are more to the point or overt than male judges.
HYPERBOLIC EXPRESSIONS AMONG NEWLY MOTHERS IN TEXT-BASED VIRTUAL COMMUNICATION Dian Budiarti; Agry Pramita; Irdan Hildansyah
Linguistik Indonesia Vol. 42 No. 1 (2024): Linguistik Indonesia
Publisher : Masyarakat Linguistik Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26499/li.v42i1.541

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The present study examined the use of hyperbolic expressions in a text-based virtual communication context, specifically in an Indonesian newly mothers’ online chat room. The study employed a descriptive qualitative method to analyze 60 utterances containing hyperbolic expressions taken from the Mom Sharing WhatsApp group. Simak and catat methods were implemented to observe and take notes on the hyperbolic expressions used by the mothers identified based on McCarthy & Carter’s (2004) characterization. The collected data were then categorized into 7 forms of hyperbole proposed by Claridge (2010), and the possible functions behind the use of this figurative language were analyzed qualitatively based on the overall contexts. Results reveal that 6 forms of hyperbole were used in the chat room, namely single-word hyperbole, phrasal hyperbole, clausal hyperbole, numerical hyperbole, the role of superlative, and comparison. Furthermore, the expressions were found to serve various functions, namely to express emotions, to concretize the message and evoke imagination, to create humour, and to establish group identity. These findings contribute to the ongoing discourse on the use of hyperbole in everyday communication.
Illocutionary Acts in Kenny Sebastian's Stand-Up Comedy YouTube Videos Ela Risnawati; Dewi Kustanti; Dian Budiarti
Wanastra: Jurnal Bahasa dan Sastra Vol. 17 No. 1 (2025): March
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31294/wanastra.v17i1.11947

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This research identified the use of illocutionary acts in Kenny Sebastian’s stand-up comedy performances on YouTube, focusing on their role in humor and audience engagement. The research employs a qualitative descriptive method by analyzing three performances, identifying 198 illocutionary acts consisting of representatives (67), directives (54), commissives (11), expressives (49), and declarations (17). Data were categorized using Austin and Searle’s (1979) classification. The findings show that representatives, as the most frequent type, function to criticize, reflect, and describe situations humorously. Directives engage the audience by prompting responses, while expressives convey emotions such as amusement, sarcasm, or gratitude. Commissives contribute to comedic exaggeration through promises or refusals, and declarations create dramatic or authoritative comedic effects. These results highlight how illocutionary acts shape comedic narratives and enhance audience interaction. Future research could explore how different comedy styles or cultural contexts affect the use of speech acts in stand-up comedy.
Hedges in Interfaith Discourse: A Case Study of Indonesian Religious Figures in A Podcast Dialogue Dian Budiarti; Rizki Erdayani
Linguistik Indonesia Vol. 44 No. 1 (2026): Linguistik Indonesia
Publisher : Masyarakat Linguistik Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26499/li.v44i1.903

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This study investigates the use of hedges in an interfaith podcast dialogue featuring six religious figures representing Indonesia’s officially recognized religions. Specifically, it examines the types and functions of hedging in spoken religious discourse using data collected from an episode of the LOGIN podcast. All utterances containing hedging devices were identified and categorized into structural types, and their pragmatic roles were analyzed through qualitative descriptive methods grounded in pragmatic theory. The findings reveal that there are three major types of hedges that are actively used to manage interpersonal dynamics and negotiate meaning in a pluralistic context. Shields were the most frequent type (38.89%), followed by attribution markers (33.33%) and approximators (27.78%). Functionally, hedges performed epistemic, affective, and discourse-management role, which allow speakers to express uncertainty, soften claims, and maintain dialogic openness. These strategies helped speakers express their convictions while respecting differing beliefs for fostering mutual understanding. It is expected that this study contributes to the understanding of how hedging operates in religiously diverse, media-mediated interactions, and highlights its pragmatic value in maintaining a tolerant interfaith dialogue.