Journal of English Literature and Linguistic Studies (JELLS)
Vol 3, No 1 (2024): Journal of English Literature and Linguistic Studies (JELLS) - Nov 2024

ANALYSIS OF PHRASE FUNCTIONS IN "DREAM" BY BABYMONSTER SONG LYRICS

Zahrotuhayaty, Ghafera Kamelia (Unknown)
Novari, Ari Fajria (Unknown)
Gumelar, Rizdki Elang (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
20 Nov 2024

Abstract

This research is about analysis of phrase functions in "Dream" by Babymonster song lyrics using Nelson & Greenbaum theory. The goal of this research is to analyze the phrases functions found in Dream by Babymonster song lyrics. This research used a qualitative descriptive method. The primary data were the song lyrics, categorized into noun phrases, verb phrases, adjective phrases, adverb phrases, and prepositional phrases based on Nelson & Greenbaum's theory. The data analysis involved transcribing the lyrics, segmenting them into phrases, and determining their functions. The finding showed that noun phrases act as subjects, objects, and complements; verb phrases function as predicates; adjective phrases serve as complements and pre-modifiers; adverb phrases act as adverbials; and prepositional phrases function as post-modifiers and adverbials. This research provides insights into the syntactical structures and stylistic choices in "Dream."

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jell

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

JELLS is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to promoting the studies of English language, English literature, and English language teaching. It publishes conceptually and/or empirically based studies in those three major ...