Essence: Teaching English as a Foreign Language, Linguistics, and Literature Journal
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): October 2025

The Use of Language in Product Advertising Discourse on Instagram

Qoiqotul Hikmah (Universitas Al Qolam Malang)
Alvia Nuris sualalah (Universitas Al Qolam Malang)
Ayyuhrimah (Universitas Al Qolam Malang)



Article Info

Publish Date
20 Dec 2025

Abstract

This study examines the use of language in product advertising discourse on the Instagram platform. With the rise of digital marketing, Instagram has become a strategic medium for product promotion. The focus of this study is to analyze the language style, persuasive rhetoric, and linguistic elements used by advertisers to attract attention, build brand image, and encourage purchasing decisions. Qualitative content analysis was applied to a sample of product advertisements from various categories. The results of the study indicate that advertisers on Instagram tend to use informal, emotive, and persuasive language supported by the use of metaphors, hyperbole, and direct appeals. These findings highlight how the characteristics of the Instagram platform influence linguistic communication strategies for advertising effectiveness.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

essence

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Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

Essence Journal is a biannual journal for those engaged in English Language Teaching (ELT), encompassing those teaching English as a second, additional, or foreign language, as well as in the context of international communication. The publication bridges the practical aspects of teaching with ...