Jurnal Penelitian Humaniora
Vol. 27 No. 1 (2026): Vol 27, No 1: February 2026

FOOD-BASED ACRONYM STRATEGY FOR TEACHING ADJECTIVES IN ELEMENTARY EFL

Irina Vezner (Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University)
Nur Jamilah (STAI Nurul Islam)
Octa Pratama Putra (Bina Sarana Informatika University)



Article Info

Publish Date
23 Feb 2026

Abstract

This study aimed to explore the use of a food-based acronym strategy in teaching English adjectives to fourth-grade elementary school students. The research was conducted using a descriptive qualitative method with a case study approach involving ten students. The instructional focus was on adjectives related to human personality and feelings, which were taught through mnemonic strategies using familiar food names. Data were collected through classroom observations, students’ written responses, and reflective arguments before and after the implementation of the strategy. The data were analyzed using comparative qualitative analysis to identify changes in students’ understanding and learning behavior. The results showed that students were able to recognize and recall adjectives more effectively after learning through the food-based acronym strategy. The findings also indicated increased student engagement, enthusiasm, and confidence during the learning process. The strategy helped students organize adjective vocabulary in a more meaningful and memorable way. In conclusion, the food-based acronym strategy was found to have pedagogical value as a simple and practical approach for supporting English vocabulary learning among elementary school students.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

humaniora

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Social Sciences

Description

Jurnal Penelitian Humaniora welcomes submissions that provide insights into current and key issues dealing with humanities, especially language, literature, teaching of language and literature, and cultural studies. The journal provides a venue for humanities researchers and practitioners to ...