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The Use of the Word “Kabura” (كبر) and Its Derivatives in the Qur’an: A Morpho-Semantic Study Khusnul Khatimah Al Mudassir; Haeruddin; Zuhriah; Ilham Ramadhan
Asalibuna Vol. 9 No. 02 (2025): Volume 09, Nomor 02, Desember 2025
Publisher : UIN Syekh Wasil Kediri, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30762/asalibuna.v9i02.6997

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This study examines the morpho-semantic mechanisms underlying the use of the word kabura (كبر) and its derivatives in the Qur’an. Variations in morphological patterns (wazn) are shown to significantly influence shifts in meaning across theological, ethical, and evaluative domains. The research employs a qualitative–descriptive, corpus-based approach using a complete retrieval technique to collect all Qur’anic instances of the root k-b-r. Data analysis integrates derivational morphology with Context Theory (Naẓariyyah al-Siyāq) to map evaluative polarity. The study identifies 161 occurrences distributed across 18 major derivational forms, consisting of 106 nominal (ism) forms and 55 verbal (fiʿl) forms. The findings demonstrate a systematic semantic pattern: (1) nominal forms such as al-kabīr and kibriyāʾ consistently express a positive evaluative pole denoting divine majesty; (2) verbal forms following the istafʿala pattern, such as istakbara, form a negative pole associated with human arrogance; and (3) several forms appear semantically neutral, with meanings determined entirely by context. These results offer pedagogical implications for Arabic language teaching, particularly in enhancing learners’ awareness of how morphological variation and contextual indicators jointly shape meaning in Qur’anic discourse, enabling more accurate interpretation and reducing semantic error.   Penelitian ini mengkaji mekanisme morfo-semantik dalam penggunaan kata kabura (كبر) dan berbagai turunannya dalam Al-Qur’an. Variasi pola morfologis (wazn) terbukti memengaruhi pergeseran makna pada ranah teologis, etis, dan evaluatif. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif–deskriptif berbasis korpus dengan teknik penelusuran menyeluruh terhadap seluruh ayat yang memuat akar k-b-r. Analisis data mengintegrasikan morfologi derivatif dengan Teori Konteks (Naẓariyyah al-Siyāq) untuk memetakan polaritas evaluatif. Hasil penelitian mengidentifikasi 161 kemunculan yang terdistribusi dalam 18 bentuk derivatif utama, terdiri atas 106 bentuk nominal (ism) dan 55 bentuk verbal (fiʿl). Temuan menunjukkan pola semantis yang sistematis: (1) bentuk nominal seperti al-kabīr dan kibriyāʾ membangun kutub evaluatif positif yang merepresentasikan keagungan ilahi; (2) bentuk verbal berpola istafʿala seperti istakbara membentuk kutub negatif terkait kesombongan manusia; dan (3) beberapa bentuk bersifat netral dan maknanya ditentukan sepenuhnya oleh konteks. Temuan ini memberikan implikasi pedagogis bagi pembelajaran bahasa Arab, terutama dalam meningkatkan pemahaman peserta didik mengenai hubungan antara variasi morfologis dan penanda konteks dalam pemaknaan wacana Qur’ani sehingga mengurangi risiko kesalahan interpretasi.
The Use of Arabic Podcasts Integrated with Motivation to Learn in Improving Students’ Arabic Speaking Skills Annisa Mutiara Putri Effendy; Haeruddin Haeruddin; Ilham Ramadhan; Muhammad Anwar Bin Ahmad
JOLLT Journal of Languages and Language Teaching Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): January
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/jollt.v14i1.17115

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The advancement of digital technology has transformed language learning media, with podcasts emerging as an alternative platform to enhance speaking skills. This study investigates the use of Arabic podcasts integrated with strong motivation to learn in improving students’ Arabic speaking skills (maharah al-kalam). The study applies a qualitative case study approach. Data were gathered through open-ended questionnaires and in-depth interviews with students actively engaging with Arabic-language podcast content. The data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, including data reduction, display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that podcasts significantly support the development of speaking fluency, vocabulary acquisition, pronunciation accuracy, and learner confidence in oral communication. Exposure to authentic and contextual input through podcasts facilitates meaningful learning experiences while promoting flexible and independent learning strategies. These outcomes reinforce the theoretical relevance of Communicative Language Teaching and Second Language Acquisition frameworks within Arabic language instruction supported by digital audio media. Importantly, this study addresses a gap in Arabic language pedagogy, as previous research has largely concentrated on EFL or younger learners, leaving higher education contexts underexplored. By situating Arabic podcasts within a university setting, the study provides empirical evidence for their role as an innovative alternative to enhance speaking proficiency. The study further recommends that educators incorporate podcasts into classroom practices, curriculum design, and independent learning activities to optimize student engagement and outcomes. It also opens pedagogical opportunities for integrating podcasts as an instructional strategy in higher education and calls for further research on their long-term impact on other language competencies.
ANALISIS SEMIOTIKA RIFFATERRE TERHADAP LAGU ATUNA TUFULI KARYA REMI BANDALI Muhammad Nurfaizi Yuhmansyah; Sitti Wahidah Masnani; Haeruddin Haeruddin; Andi Agussalim; Mujadilah Nur
Ihya al-Arabiyah: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Arab Vol 10, No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/ihya.v10i1.24138

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Songs are a form of oral literature capable of conveying messages through language and music. This study analyzes the meaning of the lyrics in Atuna Tufuli, popularized by Shirine, using Michael Riffaterre's semiotic theory of poetry. The research aims to uncover meaning through four key elements: displacing, distorting, and creating meaning; heuristic and hermeneutic reading; matrix; and model and hypogram. This descriptive-qualitative research employs a library study approach. The findings show that the lyrics convey complex expressions of love and longing through indirect expression. Heuristic and hermeneutic readings reveal restrained emotional expressions. The matrix emphasizes the desire of children in conflict areas to live in peace and freedom. The model and hypogram indicate intertextual connections with universal themes of longing for a normal childhood and peace-elements also found in classical Arabic poetry. These recurring themes evoke empathy and reflect a broader call for attention to children affected by war and violence.
Performing Devotion: Barzanji Recitation as Spiritual Practice Among Arabic Students in Hasanudin University Muhammad Mahfud Mas'ud; Haeruddin Haeruddin Haeruddin; Haeriyyah Haeriyyah; Sitti Wahidah Masnani
Jurnal Studi Agama dan Masyarakat Vol 21 No 2 (2025): JURNAL STUDI AGAMA DAN MASYARAKAT
Publisher : IAIN Palangka Raya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23971/jsam.v21i2.10292

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Religious ritual practices among the younger generation are declining due to technological advancements, cultural shifts, social changes, and evolving lifestyles. Barzanji, as an oral tradition within Islamic societies, plays a vital role in preserving spiritual and cultural values. Yet, with the diminishing religious ritual engagement among youth, this traditional practice faces preservation challenges. The study aimed to examine the phenomena underlying Barzanji practice among students as a spiritual medium, reflected through their perceptions of the tradition. The subjects, purposively selected undergraduate students from Hasanuddin University's Arabic Literature Department (2021-2024 cohorts), represent future cultural preservation agents as Barzanji practitioners. Data collection employed in-depth interviews, with analysis conducted through data compilation, reduction, and conclusion drawing. Findings reveal that students hold complex perspectives on the relationship between tradition, social identity, and religious values. They perceived the Barzanji tradition not merely as cultural heritage, but as a vital vehicle for character development and spiritual formation. Thus, preserving this tradition necessitates a holistic approach, extending beyond ritual practice to incorporate educational and discursive initiatives that enrich understanding and foster active community-level participation in safeguarding religious rituals.
A Semantic Analysis of the Root [س-ل-م] and Its Derivatives in the Qur'an: A Case Study of the Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs Qur'an Translation Ramadhan, Rezky; Haeruddin, Haeruddin; Baso, Yusring Sanusi; Andi, Agussalim
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): March
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat (LITPAM)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/jolls.v6i1.4710

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In the Qur'an, changes in morphological patterns (wazan) not only produce grammatical variations, but also give birth to differences in meaning. One of the most productive roots in the Qur'an is the root [س-ل-م], which gives birth to various derivations. The word سلم is often interpreted in a limited way as "peace" or "Islam". This study aims to identify all derivations  of the root [س-ل-م], classify its morphological form, and analyze its core meaning and semantic development in the translation of the Qur'an of the Ministry of Religion of the Republic of Indonesia. This study uses a qualitative-descriptive design with a morpho-semantic approach. Data were collected through a documentation technique by tracing all Qur'anic verses containing derivatives of the root, then analyzed through the stages of identification, morphological classification, determination of core meaning, and contextual analysis. The results showed that the root س-ل-م (s-l-m) appeared 140 times with 16 derivative forms, dominated by the nominal form (112 data) rather than the verbal (28 data). Semantically, these roots form a network of meanings that include existential salvation, spiritual surrender, theological systems (Islam), collective identity (Muslim), social peace, and cosmic surrender. This study confirms that the concept of salvation in the Qur'an is multidimensional and linguistically structured.
The Meaning of Romanticism in the Lyrics of "Albi Ya Albi" by Nancy Ajram: Semiotics of Ferdinand de Saussure Nurdin, Muthmainnah; Haeruddin, Haeruddin; Baso, Yusring Sanusi; Ridwan, Muhammad; Walidin , Muhammad
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): June
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat (LITPAM)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/jolls.v6i2.4905

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Song lyrics are a form of language expression that contains emotional and symbolic meaning so that it can represent the experience of romance in a complex way. In modern Arabic popular music, Nancy Ajram's song Albi Ya Albi features a romanticism that not only portrays love as a simple feeling, but also presents inner conflict, longing, emotional uncertainty, and the need for validation of feelings. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the form of signifiers and signifiers and explain the construction of the meaning of romanticism in the lyrics of the song using Ferdinand de Saussure's semiotic approach. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with data sources in the form of lyrics of the song Albi Ya Albi in Arabic. Analysis techniques are carried out through repeated reading, marker identification, sign interpretation, grouping of romantic meanings, and structural analysis of the relationship between markers and signs. The results show that the meaning of romanticism in songs is built through five main patterns, namely inner conflict, emotional helplessness, gradual awareness of love, emotional continuity, and emotional validation. The findings suggest that romanticism in songs is represented as ambivalent, reflective, and relational emotional experiences in the context of modern Arab popular culture. This research contributes to the study of semiotics, the lyrical analysis of Arabic songs, and the study of romanticism in popular music by showing that Ferdinand de Saussure's semiotics is able to uncover the systematic construction of romantic meaning through the relationship between linguistic forms and emotional meanings.
Love Expression in the Lyrics of “Ah W Noss” By Nancy Ajram: A Riffaterrean Semiotic Analysis Anis, Firliani; Haeruddin, Haeruddin; Agussalim, Andi; Fitriani, Fitriani; Walidin, Muhammad
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): June
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat (LITPAM)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/jolls.v6i2.4926

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Interpreting expressions of love in Arabic song lyrics is important because such texts often convey complex emotional meanings through symbolic and indirect language. In the context of the increasing popularity of Arabic songs in Indonesia, understanding these meanings becomes essential, particularly in representing women’s emotional experiences. This study aims to analyze the expression of love in the lyrics of Ah W Noss performed by Nancy Ajram using the semiotic approach of Michael Riffaterre. This study employs a descriptive qualitative approach. The primary data consist of the lyrics of Ah W Noss, while secondary data include relevant academic literature. Data were collected through listening and note-taking techniques and analyzed using Riffaterre’s semiotic stages: identification of indirect expression, heuristic reading, hermeneutic reading, and the determination of matrix, model, and variants. The findings show that love in the song is expressed as a complex emotional experience involving patience, sacrifice, emotional protest, inner exhaustion, and resilience. These meanings are conveyed through figurative language such as metaphor, ambiguity, and hyperbole, reflecting the inner conflict and reflective awareness of the female lyrical subject. Love is therefore constructed not merely as a romantic feeling, but as a dynamic and critical emotional process shaped by imbalance and endurance. In conclusion, this study demonstrates that Michael Riffaterre’s semiotic approach is effective in uncovering layered meanings in song lyrics. The findings contribute to semiotic and literary studies, particularly in understanding emotional complexity and women’s representation in Arabic popular songs.
The Effectiveness of CALL-Based Quizizz in Improving Students’ Arabic Listening Skills Aghnia Zahra Ramadhani; Haeruddin Haeruddin; Haeriyyah Haeriyyah; Zuhriah Zuhriah
Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan Profesi Guru Vol. 8 No. 3 (2025): November
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/jippg.v8i3.107132

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The low level of Arabic listening skills among elementary school students remains a persistent issue due to the dominance of conventional teaching methods that provide limited interaction and feedback. This study aims to analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of Quizizz Paper Mode based on Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) in improving students’ Arabic listening skills. This study employed a quantitative approach using a one-group pretest–posttest design. The research subjects consisted of 22 fifth-grade students selected as the experimental group. Data were collected through listening comprehension tests administered during the pretest and posttest stages, as well as a Likert-scale questionnaire to examine students’ perceptions of the learning media used. The primary research instrument was a listening test integrated with Quizizz Paper Mode using Q-Card. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistical techniques. The results indicate that the implementation of Quizizz Paper Mode significantly improved students’ listening skills and increased their engagement during the learning process. Students also demonstrated positive perceptions regarding comprehension, motivation, and the ease of use of the learning media. These findings suggest that Quizizz Paper Mode serves as an effective and interactive learning medium for strengthening Arabic listening skills at the elementary school level. The study implies that the integration of gamification with a Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) approach can support more engaging listening instruction and provide practical guidance for teachers in developing interactive language learning environments.
The Changes of Arabic Sound in Kaili Language Analysis Based on Crowley's Theory Adhisty Rahilah, Haeruddin, Yusring Sanusi Baso, Syamsul Bahri Abd.Hamid
Journal of Educational Studies Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Agustus
Publisher : Lembaga Bale Literasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58218/jes.v3i2.4546

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The contact of Arabic with the languages of the archipelago has resulted in a layer of absorption vocabulary that has undergone adjustment to the phonological system of the receiving language. This study aims to identify and explain sound changes in Arabic absorption candidates in Kaili based on Crowley's sound change theory. The study used a qualitative descriptive approach with data sources in the form of 44 Arab-Kaili absorption candidates containing the form of Kaili, Kaili science, Arabic etimony, Arabic science, meaning, and records of phonological and semantic processes. Analysis is carried out through the alignment of the source form and the receiver form, identification of segmental changes and syllable structure, then the grouping of the process into sound removal, sound addition, substitution or attenuation, degemination, shortening of long vowels, monophthongization, and syllable restructuring. The results showed that the most prominent adjustments included the omission of specific /?/, /?/, and /h/; substitution /q/ ? /k/, /?/ ? /h/, /?/ ? /s/, /s?/ ? /s/, /?/ ? /s/, and /f/ ? /p/; vowel epithesis to correct consonant groups; shortening of long vowels; moderation of geminate; and monophthongization of /aj/ ? /e/ and /aw/ ? /o/. Forms such as akala, hurupu, sukuru, kiama, seta, toba, and masigi show that adaptation takes place through a combination of several processes at once. The findings support the view that the nativization of absorption words is directed by phoneme inventories and phonotactic limitations of the recipient language. Data, whose etymological relationship is not yet transparent is maintained as tentative data so that the generalization of sound changes is not based on similarity in form or meaning alone.
Sacred and Profane Relations in the Song of Nawwarti Ayy?m? A Study of Roland Barthes' Semiotics in Indonesian Muslim Digital Culture Najwa Umuriah Lussy; Sitti Wahidah Masnani; Haeruddin Haeruddin; Andi Agussalim
Journal of Educational Studies Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025): Desember
Publisher : Lembaga Bale Literasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58218/jes.v3i3.4152

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This study examines the sacralization of Arabic-language songs in Indonesian Muslim digital culture, where Arabic is often associated with Islamic religiosity and sacredness. This phenomenon is reflected in the song Nawwarti Ayyami, which is widely used in hadrah performances, majelis sholawat, pesantren activities, and religious social media content despite containing themes of romantic love and emotional intimacy. This study aims to analyze the relationship between the sacred and the profane in the song and to interpret its denotative, connotative, and mythical meanings based on Indonesian Muslim perceptions. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed using Roland Barthes’ semiotic theory. Data were collected through lyric analysis, TikTok and YouTube content, and social media comments representing public reception. The findings reveal that, at the denotative level, the song expresses love and emotional closeness, while at the connotative level it evokes a spiritual atmosphere through the Arabic language, musical intonation, and cultural associations with Islamic symbols. At the mythical level, Arabic is constructed as a representation of sacredness and Muslim religious identity. The study concludes that Nawwarti Ayyami functions not only as popular music but also as a medium for producing religious meaning in contemporary digital culture. This sacralization is reinforced by the Arabic language, its use in religious contexts, and repeated circulation on social media.