IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature
Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite

The Role of puns in Enhancing Japanese Language Learning for English Major Students

Nursidah (Unknown)
Andi Rachmawati Syarif (Unknown)
Sam Hermansyah (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Dec 2024

Abstract

This study examines the role of puns in Japanese language learning among Indonesian students majoring in English who are taking Japanese elective courses. Puns have various functions in teaching and learning Japanese as a Foreign Language (JFL). This study investigates the role of puns in Japanese language learning. This study used a mixed methods approach, collecting data through questionnaires from 54 students. The findings show that using puns in JFL classes has a positive effect on learning Japanese. The Beneficial Aspects of Using Japanese Puns in the Classroom, (1). Improving Vocabulary Comprehension; (2) Developing Speaking skills; (3) Introducing Aspects of Japanese Culture; (4). Improving Hiragana and Katakana Reading Skills. This research makes a novelty contribution by examining puns in the specific context of English majors studying Japanese. In addition, this study proposes a teaching model that utilizes puns as a tool to connect aspects of humor, creativity, and cultural understanding in the learning process.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ideas

Publisher

Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

IDEAS Journal is published twice a year in the months of June and December (P-ISSN 2338-4778 and E-ISSN 2548-4192); it presents articles on English language teaching and learning, linguistics, and literature. The contents include analyses, studies and application of theories, research report, ...