Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
Vol. 1 No. 3 (2025): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities

The Role of Semantic in Daily Conversation: How Words Construct and Convey Meaning

Risma Novalina Sagala (Unknown)
d, Bernieke Anggita Ristia (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
15 Jul 2025

Abstract

This study aims to explore the role of semantics in constructing and conveying meaning in daily conversations. Using a literature review method, data were collected from primary sources such as linguistic textbooks and secondary sources including recent journal articles focusing on semantics, pragmatics, and digital communication. Findings show that semantic elements like word choice, connotation, denotation, and semantic fields interact with pragmatic aspects such as tone, pauses, and non-verbal cues to shape fluid, context-dependent communication. The analysis highlights that meaning is co-constructed between speakers and listeners, influenced by speaker intentions, listener background knowledge, cultural norms, and situational context. Overall, the study concludes that understanding semantics is essential for reducing misunderstandings and fostering more effective communication across various contexts.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

yjssh

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Social Sciences

Description

Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (YJSSH) is an academic journal which focuses on social and humanistic issues, both of a conceptual and an empirical nature. The journal uses a multidisciplinary perspective with a focus on the main issue. The journal is open to all to contribute to it, ...