Pulchra Lingua
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): Pulchra Lingua: A Journal of Language Study, Literature & Linguistics

Language Error in Public Spaces: Evidence from Palu City

Suparni, Suparni (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
18 Nov 2024

Abstract

This study examines errors in Indonesian usage in public spaces in Palu City, focusing on non-standard language, grammatical inaccuracies, spelling, and punctuation. Using a qualitative descriptive method, data were collected through observation and documentation, analyzed with Krippendorf's content analysis model. The findings reveal 69 errors, including 40 prefix, 15 suffix, 10 preposition, 3 title, and 1 word usage errors. The most frequent issue was incorrect "di" prefix usage. Errors stem from two main factors: lack of awareness of language rules and low linguistic knowledge in the community. These mistakes risk negatively influencing the younger generation by normalizing incorrect usage. The study emphasizes the need for increased education and socialization to promote proper Indonesian language use, fostering greater awareness and adherence to linguistic standards.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

pulchra

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Education Library & Information Science

Description

Pulchra lingua is a journal published by Kyadiren Foundation. Articles in the journal are published twice a year. The Journal accepts scientific writings from conceptual ideas and research results that have never been published, especially those related to language study, literature, and ...