<![CDATA[This study aims to describe (1) the meaning contained in the oral literature pa’iya lo hungo lo poli (reciprocal pantun), (2) the functions contained in the oral literature pa’iya lo hungo lo poli (reciprocal pantun), and (3) the contribution of the research results in Indonesian language learning. This research was conducted at SMKN 1 Mootilango. The research used a qualitative descriptive method. The research population was all the oral literature pa’iya lo hungo lo poli, while the research sample was in the form of data in the form of words, phrases, sentences, and expressions that contain meaning and function in the oral literature. The research instrument used was the researcher as the main instrument assisted by interview guidelines, recording devices, and data recording sheets. Data collection techniques included interviews, listening, recording, taking notes, reading, and documentation. Data analysis was carried out through the stages of data transcription, data identification, data classification, data analysis, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study indicate that there are three types of meaning in the oral literature of pa’iya lo hungo lo poli, namely affective meaning with 32 data, denotative meaning with 27 data, and figurative meaning with 27 data. In addition, three functions of oral literature were found, namely the advice function with 14 data, the satire function with 5 data, and the reprimand function with 7 data. The results also show that the oral literature of pa’iya lo hungo lo poli can contribute to Indonesian language learning at SMKN 1 Mootilango, especially as a teaching material for writing poetry. Through understanding the meaning and function of oral literature, students not only learn the theoretical structure of poetry, but also understand the use of literary works as a means of conveying social criticism, advice, and community hopes.]]>
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