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Studies in English Language and Education
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ISSN : 23552794     EISSN : 24610275     DOI : -
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Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media
Studies in English Language and Education (SiELE) is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Department of English Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Syiah Kuala, Banda Aceh, Indonesia. The journal presents research and development in the field of teaching and learning of English language, general linguistics and literature. Authors must register to this journal before submitting their work and they must follow the Author Guidelines of the journal. Submissions that do not adhere to the guidelines provided will be rejected. Please submit your article through the online submission of this journal. You may address further inquiries to the Editor at sielejournal@usk.ac.id. From 2014-2020, SiELE Journal published twice a year, in March and September. From 2021 onwards, it publishes three times a year in January, May, and September. The journals have a policy of “Zero Tolerance on Plagiarism”. We recommend that authors check their articles with plagiarism prevention tools (ithenticate.com, turnitin.com, etc.) before submission.
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Retention of Proto-Austronesian vowels in the Karo language: A comparative historical linguistics study Dardanila, Dardanila; Siregar, Erik D; Daulay, Sholihatul Hamidah; Shaumiwaty, Shaumiwaty
Studies in English Language and Education Vol 12, No 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i2.43730

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The purpose of this research is to analyze the inheritance of vowels in the Karo language or Bahasa Karo (hereafter, BK) from Proto-Austronesian (PAN), and BK words that show the retention or inheritance of certain vowels, such as /a/, /i/, /u/, and //. The method involved comparing the phonological elements of BK with the equivalent elements in PAN by using the theory of comparative historical linguistics, including searching for inherited vowels in the penultimate and ultimate positions and observing the retention patterns that occur. The data were derived from 200 Swadesh words and three interviewers. Vocal retention occurs more frequently in the penultimate position than in the ultimate position. This shows how phonological positions affect vowel stability during language transition. These findings conclude that certain phonological components, particularly vowels, have a greater tendency to persist in specific environments. BK has preserved a significant portion of the original PAN vowel inventory, exhibiting less vowel reduction and merger compared to adjacent languages. The retention of vowels in BK indicates a phonological conservatism relative to the more dynamic vowel alterations observed in other Austronesian branches. This study also found a close relationship between PAN and BK in the inheritance of phonological elements of linear vocal of /a/,/i/,/u/,/e/, and one nonlinear vowel sound of /o/. Another important result is the transfer of the vowel /u/ from PAN to BK in the ultimate position shows a pattern of retention or direct inheritance.
English acculturation in food and coffee shop naming: Examining its impact on local languages Zurriyati, Zurriyati; Rahman, Fadhlur; Yuzar, Ella; Perangin-angin, Alemina Br.
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i2.36206

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The proliferation of the English language has resulted in the blending of the English language and culture into the national and indigenous languages of emerging countries, including Indonesia. Although most people in North Aceh, Indonesia, are Acehnese, some restaurants and coffee shops are named in English. This study explores how English acculturation in the naming of food and coffee shops affects the visibility and preservation of local languages in this area. Using Berrys acculturation framework, the research categorizes naming practices into assimilation, integration, and isolation, analyzing how English, Indonesian, and Acehnese elements are blended or separated in commercial branding. Data were gathered through interviews with business owners and customers, as well as observations of shop names and menus. The findings reveal that assimilation is the most dominant strategy, reflecting a preference for English-language branding as a symbol of modernity and prestige, particularly among younger entrepreneurs. However, some businesses still adopt integrated or local naming conventions to retain cultural identity. These practices have sociolinguistic implications, as the increased dominance of English may marginalize the Acehnese language in public spaces. The study calls for culturally responsive language planning to ensure a balance between global appeal and local heritage in commercial language use.
Ideational metaphor in exposition texts in an EFL textbook and its pedagogical significance Mustofa, M. Ibnu; Gustine, Gin Gin
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i2.34906

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Analytical exposition texts feature causal relationships and nominalization, which can be explored through a grammatical metaphor framework. Despite numerous studies on analytical exposition texts and grammatical metaphors, research on grammatical metaphors in analytical exposition texts in an EFL textbook has not been extensively reported. Through a qualitative research design, particularly qualitative content analysis, this study explored the frequency and variation of ideational metaphors in four selected analytical exposition texts in an EFL textbook for tenth graders of senior high schools in Indonesia. The results show that shift from process to thing occurred most frequently (37%), followed by shift from relator to relator: circumstance (conjunction verb) (15.8%), shift from process to process: quality (13.7%), and shift from thing to thing: class (of things) (13.1%). The other three types of shifts that occurred least frequently are shift from thing to thing: possessor (of thing) (11%), followed by shift from quality to quality: thing (6.8%), and finally, relator to relator: circumstance (conjunction prepositional phrase) (2.6%). The pedagogical implications of this study emphasize the importance of explicit teaching of grammatical metaphor through a genre-based approach. This research offers important contributions to our understanding of EFL teachers in facilitating students with the knowledge of grammatical metaphor and nominalization for better academic writing skills.
Sound changes in the Haloban language of the Banyak Islands, Aceh, Indonesia Lubis, Tasnim; Widayati, Dwi; Amalia, Amalia; Andriany, Liesna; Mukramah, Mukramah
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i2.37945

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Sound change is a universal phenomenon and is strongly influenced by contextual factors. Variant sounds that appear as cognates across languages can be identified and explained through linguistic analysis within a cultural framework. This study aims to identify sound changes in the Haloban language by comparing them with a related language spoken on Simeulue Island, the Defayan language. A qualitative method was employed in this research. Data were collected through recordings of Halobanese wordlist utterances and interviews with native Halobanese speakers. Six informants participated in the study, comprising three male and three female native speakers. Data collection involved documentation techniques, including recording, transcription, and translation into both Indonesian and English. The data were analyzed for regular and semi-regular (sporadic) sound changes between Proto-Austronesian (PAN) and Haloban. The Haloban language is spoken in only two villages in the Pulau Banyak District, Aceh Singkil Regency, Aceh Province. The results showed a regular sound change in which the PAN sound /b/ becomes /w/ in Haloban. Semi-regular changes included sound loss, addition, fusion, and unpacking. In comparison with the Defayan language, two regular sound changes were identified in Haloban: /b/ and /f/ becoming /w/. These sound changes contribute to the linguistic identity of the Halobanese people.
Reinterpretation of religious and nationalism in Wasiat Renungan Masa: A hermeneutical approach to Hamzanwadis thought Wijaya, Herman; Andayani, Andayani; Wardani, Nugraheni Eko
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i2.37491

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This research explored the reinterpretation of the dimensions of religion and nationalism in Hamzanwadis Wasiat Renungan Masa. This research aimed to understand religious messages and nationalism in the context of changing times and reveal their relevance to the challenges of globalization and modernization. The problem in this study lay in the complexity of the relationship between the spiritual dimension and national identity that emerged in the text. This research method was a hermeneutic approach to analyze the text in depth using the data source of the text Wasiat Renungan Masa. Data collection techniques were based on literature studies and text analysis. Data analysis techniques involve in-depth interpretation to uncover hidden meanings. Data validation was performed through triangulation by comparing the results of the analysis with the views of literary experts. The results of this study indicated that the religiosity of Kiyai Hamzanwadi is inseparable from the spirit of nationalism; instead, both complement and strengthen each other. Religion is considered a source of inspiration that encourages individuals to fight for the interests of the nation and state, while nationalism is not only a concept of nationality but also an expression of loyalty to religious teachings. This research enriches the understanding of literatures role in expressing religious values, nationalism, and their relevance to identity and social change in Indonesia.
Representation of Kimberle Crenshaws intersectionality in the novel Rara Mendut by Y. B. Mangunwijaya Lestari, Sri; Winarni, Retno; Sumarwati, Sumarwati
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i2.36973

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Intersectionality studies are gaining increasing attention in the humanities and literary research, especially in the context of feminist literary analysis and gender studies. This research aimed to describe the representation of intersectionality in the novel Rara Mendut by Y. B. Mangunwijaya. The research method used was descriptive qualitative, guided by Kimberle Crenshaws intersectionality theory. The data in this study were collected using reading and writing techniques and analysed using content analysis. The results demonstrated that, in the context of structural intersectionality, the novel depicted the complex layers of Rara Menduts identity, including age, gender, social class, and economic conditions. Rara Menduts experiences reflected inequality and the exploration of gender identity at a young age, while her mothers economic condition and widow status showed the impact of social class. Political intersectionality was reflected in Rara Menduts marriage demands, which reflect the social and political norms of the time. This highlighted how womens identities were trapped within power structures and social norms. Representational intersectionality was seen in Rara Menduts achievements as a symbol of victory for women. The character of Nyai Ajeng showed how womens intelligence and beauty could transcend gender stereotypes, but are constrained by traditional expectations. The analysis of intersectionality in the novel offers perspectives into the complexity of individual experiences. Understanding the interconnectedness of identities is necessary for designing more inclusive solutions and policies in society. This research contributes to the understanding of intersectionality in a literary context, supporting efforts towards a more just and inclusive society.
Sociopragmatic insights into verbal taboos and euphemisms in the Angkola language: A pathway to cultural diplomacy Nasution, Jamaluddin; Pujiono, Mhd.; Sinar, T. Silvana; Nurlela, Nurlela
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i2.37663

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This study examines the sociopragmatic roles of verbal taboos and euphemisms in the Angkola language, focusing on their function in maintaining cultural diplomacy and social harmony. A qualitative ethnographic approach was employed, with data collected from 320 respondents through observations, in-depth interviews, and online surveys. Respondents represented diverse demographic and occupational backgrounds within the Angkola-speaking regions of North Sumatra. To analyze the data, the study applied thematic analysis, categorizing expressions based on domains such as kinship, religion, body, social status, and supernatural beliefs. The findings reveal a high level of awareness about verbal taboos within the Angkola community, yet these practices are under threat due to the impact of globalization and technological advancements. The research identifies key challenges in the transmission of these cultural norms to younger generations, who are increasingly detached from traditional linguistic practices. The implications of this study emphasize the need for integrating indigenous languages and cultural education into school curricula, as well as leveraging media and digital platforms to promote cultural preservation. This research provides a foundation for further investigation into the role of language in cultural sustainability and offers practical strategies for safeguarding endangered linguistic traditions in the modern era.
Gauging the reception of Arab translators to the subtitles of taboo language in Hollywood movies Sahari, Yousef; Bin-Hady, Wagdi Rashad Ali
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i2.38199

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This investigation analyzes the appropriateness of Arabic equivalents of English taboo words according to the perceptions of the Arab translators. It also detects if there is a difference in the perceptions of the male and female translators in the subtitles of such taboo words, according to the strategy used in the subtitling of taboos. The study asked translators to suggest their translations for the unacceptable sentences. A self-prepared scale of 16 sentences containing taboos was administrated to Arab translators. Sixty translators responded to the scale. The results showed that Arab translators moderately (M=3.38) accept the translation of the taboo language. Results also showed that males (M=3.41) accept the rendering of taboos more than females (M=3.31), however, the difference was not significant (Sig. =.831). Male translators prefer omission, cultural substitution, and reformation higher than female while female translators prefer direct translation over male translators. The findings also showed that translators provide some translations depending on using cultural substitution for the taboo expression, followed by reformation. Omission was also preferred by some translations, especially where direct subtitling was adopted. This study concludes that subtitling taboo expressions poses difficulties to translators that may not be easily worked on. This study recommends that subtitling companies to a balance between euphemizing the offensive or taboo expressions and preserving the intended meaning provided.
Reader-response theory: Using literary works to promote EFL students critical reading skills Ilyas, Hamzah Puadi; El Khuluqo, Ihsana; Tarmini, Wini
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i2.37511

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This study investigated the combination of literary works and reader-response theory as a form of literary criticism to promote EFL students critical reading skills. Critical reading is essential for navigating a world filled with misinformation and propaganda. For this reason, it is essential to teach this skill to students at an early age. University students, including EFL learners, should be rigorously trained in critical reading to engage effectively with foreign texts. To this end, a qualitative study was conducted. Participants were tasked with reading five short stories and providing oral and written responses using the reader-response theory. 21 EFL students taking a reading course at a private university participated in the research. They were given five short stories in five sessions, read them, and responded to them based on the reader-response theory. Oral and written responses were collected and analyzed to identify the elements of critical reading skills present. The study also distributed an open-response questionnaire to determine the processes students followed during reading activities. Thus, both the products (e.g., presentations, written responses, discussions) and processes of reading were analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings showed that five noticeable elements of critical reading emerged: reflecting, analyzing, interpreting, commenting, and reasoning. In addition, the activities had other benefits: students became involved in vocabulary acquisition and engaged with authentic materials. The study suggests that, apart from enhancing comprehension, the reader-response theory and literary works can promote EFL students critical reading skills.
Understanding mangrove conservation through metaphors in ecological discourse: An ecolinguistics study Wardana, Muhammad Kiki; Widayati, Dwi; Mulyadi, Mulyadi; Zein, Tengku Thyrhaya
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i2.37029

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Metaphor is deeply pervasive in human life. It is not only used in aesthetic or literary languages but also in everyday colloquial speech. This study aims to investigate conceptual metaphor in ecological discourse related to mangrove conservation on the eastern coast of North Sumatra and decipher the underlying ecosophy. The researchers also sought to figure out the ecosophical values reflected in the metaphor using an ecolinguistics perspective. A qualitative method was employed to explore the metaphorical expressions concerning mangroves. The data were collected from a report and an interview related to mangrove conservation at Pantai Sejarah Tourism Centre and Mangrove Conservation in Belawan, North Sumatra. The data were analyzed using Steens Metaphor Identification Process (MIP). The results showed that there are 23 instances of conceptual metaphors, categorized into five metaphorical conceptualizations: mangroves are war, mangroves are people, mangroves are a valuable commodity, mangroves are building, and mangroves are containers. These conceptual metaphors have specific linguistic expressions that establish the metaphors. Each metaphor was examined under the lens of ecosophy to determine whether or not the language used promotes the ecosophy. The implications of the study reflect that conceptual metaphors indeed exist in ecological discourse on mangrove conservation, indicating that mangroves are cognitively conceptualized in peoples minds, talked about, and integrated into everyday life.

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