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Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature
Published by CV Wahana Publikasi
ISSN : 29631548     EISSN : 29619947     DOI : -
Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature is an open access journal, single blind peer-reviewed, published by CV Wahana Publikasi. This journal is an area studies journal that publishes research articles, especially in the field of linguistics and literature covering all regions or groups of Austronesian languages. Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature aims to disseminate information and/or research results on Austronesian languages so that the characteristics (identity) of the Austronesian language are maintained and of course increasingly developed. This is done as an effort or preventive measure against the influence of science and technology developments that can destroy the function of language as the identity of a region. Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature publishes original research articles and book reviews that are open to academics, researchers, students, practitioners and all language observers. Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature focus on the field of language, linguistics, and literature covering all regions or groups of Austronesian languages. Specifically, the scopes of the journal are: - Pragmatics, Semantics, Syntax, Morphology, Phonology - Translation & Interpreting - Literature - Discourse Analysis - Sociolinguistics - Psycholinguistics - Computational Linguistics - Corpus Linguistics - Comparative Study - Education
Articles 111 Documents
Analyzing Conceptual Metaphors Through Michael Bublés ‘Call Me Irresponsible’ Album I Kadek Roycke J. Kamandanu; Ida Ayu Made Puspani; Ni Ketut Alit Setianingsih
Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature Vol. 3 No. 3 (2024): Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59011/austronesian.3.3.2024.113-121

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The study “Conceptual Metaphor in Bublé’s Call Me Irresponsible Album” explores how metaphors in song lyrics can complicate understanding. This research categorizes and analyzes metaphor types found in Michael Bublé’s album, specifically focusing on 13 songs such as “The Best Is Yet to Come,” “Everything,” and “That’s Life.” Lyrics were sourced from Genius.com, and a descriptive qualitative approach guided by Lakoff and Johnson’s conceptual metaphor theory was employed. Three main types of conceptual metaphors structural, orientational, and ontological were identified in the analysis. Structural metaphors (56 instances), orientational metaphors (42 instances), and ontological metaphors (39 instances) were found to compare different concepts, often relating to themes of love and relationships. These metaphors contribute connotative, affective, and social meanings to the lyrics, influencing interpretations. The study highlights the importance of metaphor analysis in understanding how metaphors enrich song lyrics but also pose challenges in interpretation. By systematically categorizing and scrutinizing metaphors, this research enhances our comprehension of the nuanced meanings embedded in Bublé’s music, shedding light on the intricate interplay between language, metaphor, and thematic content in popular music.
The Usage of Slang Words in ‘My Block’ Movie Ni Wayan Sukarini; Sang Ayu Isnu Maharani; Byanca Vanessa Suwasdika
Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature Vol. 3 No. 3 (2024): Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59011/austronesian.3.3.2024.122-129

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This study aims to identify the various slang words featured in the movie “On My Block,” with a particular focus on those employed by the main character while also delving into their semantic nuances. This research contributes to a broader understanding of the usage of slang language, enriching the knowledge of listeners and viewers alike. The study employed in this study revolves around documentation. Data collection involved viewing the movie and meticulously documenting dialogues containing slang expressions used by the characters. The subsequent analysis draws upon Partridge’s framework for categorizing slang types, coupled with sourcing slang meanings from Partridge’s dictionary. The study adopts a multifaceted approach, encompassing both formal and informal methods to present the analytical findings. The research findings effectively address two critical facets of the research problem. Firstly, they categorize the slang words featured in the “On My Block” movie into three distinct types: Society slang, Cockney slang, and Public House slang. Secondly, the study elucidates the significance of these slang words in the context of the movie, shedding light on their functional roles within conversational exchanges.
An Analysis of Contextual Meaning on Michael Bube’s Song Lyrics Mamun, Dafriana; Suastini, Ni Wayan; Ariyaningsih, Ni Nyoman Deni
Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature Vol. 3 No. 3 (2024): Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59011/austronesian.3.3.2024.130-138

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This study aims to explain the contextual meaning found in the lyrics of Michael Buble using the theory of Lyons (1995) and to explain the context of the situation to support the analysis of meaning in the lyrics of Michael Buble using the theory by Halliday and Hasan (1985). This research uses a descriptive qualitative method. The result showed there are four contextual meanings found; these contextual meanings grouped in 2 or (50%) words, 1 or (25%) phrases, and 1 or (25%) clauses. The e contextual meaning consists of informal language and figurative language, which is analyzed based on the context of the situation, showing that the field or the topic of each song is about love between young adults, Michael Buble, and her story about love and her child. The tenor of the participant of each song has similarities using figurative language, idioms, and informal language. The mode of each song is the same in that all of them are written text but can be read if those songs are sung.
An Analysis of Psychological Aspect of The Main Character in Shadow and Bone Movie Priyanti, Maya Dwiayu; Tustiawati, Ida Ayu Mela
Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59011/austronesian.4.1.2025.20-29

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This study investigates the psychological dimensions of the main character in the film Shadow and Bone using Bernhardt’s (1953) theory of human motivation. The analysis focuses on five key motivational categories: organic needs, desire, emotions as motives, feelings and attitudes as motives, and social motives. Through qualitative descriptive methods, 24 instances of psychological motivation were identified from the film. The findings indicate that desire-related motivations (33.3%) and organic needs (29.1%) are most dominant in shaping the character of Alina, the protagonist. These motivations are closely tied to Alina’s experiences of personal conflict, social rejection, and emotional struggle, which drive her actions and development throughout the narrative. The study highlights how cinematic characters can serve as complex psychological representations, enriching narrative depth and enhancing audience empathy. This research contributes to the interdisciplinary discourse between psychology, literature, and film studies, emphasizing the importance of psychological realism in character construction.
Survival Genius Analysis Faced by the Main Characters in All Is Lost Movie by Jeffry Mcdonnell Chandor Kaa, Dewi Yanti Bangi; Utami, Ni Made Verayanti
Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59011/austronesian.4.1.2025.1-9

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This study investigates the psychological dimensions of human behavior as depicted in the film All Is Lost, directed by J.C. Chandor. Focusing on the main character, the research aims to examine behavioral patterns and uncover underlying psychological aspects presented throughout the narrative. The analysis is based on Sigmund Freud’s Semium (2006) theory of defense mechanisms and personality structure, as well as Anna Freud’s (1936) elaboration on defense mechanisms. Employing a descriptive qualitative method, data were collected through careful observation of scenes and note-taking techniques. The findings reveal four distinct psychological aspects portrayed by the protagonist, with the survival instinct emerging as the most dominant. This study highlights how cinematic representation can reflect complex psychological processes in extreme conditions.
A Study about the Types of Characters in the Adam Project Movie Pascarini, Elsa Oktaviana; Utami, Ni Made Verayanti
Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59011/austronesian.4.1.2025.30-46

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This study explores the diverse types of characters depicted in The Adam Project movie using the characterization frameworks proposed by Nurgiyantoro (2010) and Pope (2005). Employing a qualitative descriptive method, the research identifies and categorizes six main characters-Adam Reed, young Adam Reed, Laura Shane, Louis Reed, Ellie Reed, and Maya Sorian-based on their roles and character traits. The findings reveal that protagonist characters dominate the film, followed by various character types such as major, minor, simple, dynamic, round, static, and antagonist roles. Each character’s classification is supported by specific scenes and dialogue extracted from the film and its transcript. The study demonstrates how character types contribute significantly to narrative development and provides a framework for analyzing character roles in cinematic storytelling. This analysis is expected to enhance understanding of character construction in film studies and serve as a reference for future character-based literary research.
Verbal and Non-verbal Signs of Starbucks Advertisements Casmita, Putu; Pratiwi, Desak Putu Eka; Tustiawati, Ida Ayu Mela
Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature Vol. 3 No. 3 (2024): Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59011/austronesian.3.3.2024.149-156

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Advertisements are an effort of the company to attract the customer’s attention by using attractive colours, words, pictures, and so on. Hopefully, the product that they sell will be better known by the people. This study presents the verbal and non-verbal signs contained in the Starbucks advertisement. Besides presenting verbal and non-verbal signs, this study also explains the meaning of the verbal and non-verbal signs. Two Starbucks advertisements were used as data sources. The data source has been taken from the internet. The theory used in this study is the theory of semiotics that was proposed by Saussure (1983) to describe verbal and non-verbal signs. The theory proposed by Barthes (1977) to analyse the meaning of verbal and non-verbal signs and the supporting theory of the meaning of colours was proposed by Wierzbicka (1996). As a result, the writer found six (6) verbal signs and six (6) non-verbal signs in this Starbucks advertisement.
A Descriptive Qualitative Research on Figurative Language on Adele’s Album: 30 and Avril Lavigne’s Album: The Best Damn Thing Kertayasa, I Wayan; Utami, Ni Made Verayanti; Tustiawati, Ida Ayu Mela
Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59011/austronesian.4.1.2025.10-19

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This study analyzes the use of figurative language in Adele’s album 30 and Avril Lavigne’s album The Best Damn Thing. The objectives of this study are: (1) to identify the types of figurative language found in each song of both albums, and (2) to analyze the most dominantly used figurative language in each album and interpret its meaning. This research employs a descriptive qualitative method, using all songs from the two albums as data sources. The findings reveal that Adele’s 30 features eight types of figurative language: simile, metaphor, personification, metonymy, symbol, paradox, hyperbole, and understatement. In contrast, Avril Lavigne’s The Best Damn Thing contains four types: simile, metaphor, personification, and hyperbole. Hyperbole emerges as the most dominantly used figurative language in both albums. These findings suggest that hyperbolic expressions play a central role in conveying emotional intensity and artistic expression in contemporary pop music.
Analyzing Code-Switching in Indonesia’s Next Top Model Season 1 Program on NET TV Cahayani, Ni Kadek Widya; Putra, I Gde Agoes Caskara Surya
Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature Vol. 3 No. 3 (2024): Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59011/austronesian.3.3.2024.139-148

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The ability of people to communicate with others using a variety of codes or languages in the related issue being talked about is well-known as code-switching. This study aims to determine how many different sorts of reasons for code-switching are utilized by the judges in “Indonesia’s Next Top Model Season 1” program on NET TV. The researchers used the theory proposed by Hoffmann (2014) entitled “an introduction to bilingualism” especially to analyze seven reasons for code switching found in life. However, researchers used the observation method in collecting the data. Several steps in observation were used, such as reading, collecting, and categorizing the data results based on the reasons for code-switching. As a result, the researchers found there are 23 (38,33%) intentions of clarifying the speech content for interlocutor data, 20 (33,33%) talking about particular topic data, 5 (8,33%) showing emphatic about something data, 4 (6,67%) expressing group identity data, 4 (6,67%) quoting somebody else data, and 3 (5,00%) interjection data, and repetition used for clarification represented by 1 (1,67%) data.
Investigating Hate Speech Comments: A Forensic Linguistic Study Sari, Rika Purnama; Anwar, Miftahulkhairah; Hakim, Muhammad Kamal bin Abdul
Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Austronesian: Journal of Language Science & Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59011/austronesian.4.1.2025.47-64

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The meaning of hate speech in social media can shift because the way people use social media is constantly changing, and the social and political context in which social media is used can also change. This study aims to analyze hate speech comments on Instagram and the meaning and relevance of the implicature to forensic linguistics. This research employs a qualitative approach to collect and analyze the meaning of hate speech. The research data was obtained from Instagram through hashtag searches. The main findings of this study indicate that hate speech on social media tends to avoid direct vulgar linguistic forms and instead relies on implicit language strategies to convey negative sentiments towards individuals or groups. There is widespread use of diminutives such as “bocah” or “bocil,” social stigmatization such as “ndeso” and “bau kencur,” and institutional euphemisms such as “makkamah keluarga,” all of which are important linguistic indicators in the analysis of political hatred in the digital space. The intensity classification shows that hate speech with moderate and severe intensity does not only come from explicit insults but also from narratives that normalize harassment based on age, appearance, and political affiliation. The implications of this study indicate that a forensic linguistic approach is very effective in uncovering forms of hate speech disguised through language strategies such as sarcasm, stereotypes, and euphemisms. Theoretically, these findings enrich the study of pragmatic linguistics and speech acts by showing the importance of implicature analysis in detecting non-explicit hate intentions.

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