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Sintaksis: Publikasi Para Ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris
Published by Asosiasi Periset Bahasa Sastra Indonesia
ISSN : 30255953     EISSN : 30313368     DOI : 10.61132
Core Subject : Education,
Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media
Bidang kajian dalam jurnal ini termasuk sub rumpun Ilmu Sastra Bahasa, sastra inggris, dan Ilmu Bahasa. Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris menerima artikel dalam bahasa Inggris dan bahasa Indonesia
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Sosial - Linguistik dan Bahasa
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Challenges in Teaching English as A Foreign Language in Indonesia Adela Putri; Leza Marcella; Sri Wahyuni
Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris Vol. 4 No. 4 (2026): Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/sintaksis.v4i4.2843

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Teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL) in Indonesia faces various challenges that affect learning effectiveness and student achievement. This article explores major issues related to students, teachers, instructional practices, technology, sociocultural factors, and educational policies. Many students experience difficulties due to limited exposure to English, low motivation, language anxiety, and differing proficiency levels. Teacher-related challenges include limited professional competence, large class sizes, and the continued use of traditional teaching methods. The development of educational technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), offers opportunities to enhance language learning, although unequal access, limited digital literacy, and academic integrity issues remain concerns. Sociocultural barriers, such as fear of making mistakes and lack of confidence, also reduce student participation in communicative activities. Addressing these challenges requires collaboration among teachers, institutions, policymakers, and learners through professional development, improved resources, student-centered learning, and responsible technology integration to strengthen English language education in Indonesia.
Linguistic Structure and Hypnolinguistic Mechanisms of Neuro-Linguistic Programming Discourse in Shaping Students' Speech and Design Thinking in Senior High Schools Masniati Murni Ritonga
Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris Vol. 4 No. 4 (2026): Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/sintaksis.v4i4.2851

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Language functions not only as a medium of communication but also as a cognitive mechanism shaping thought, behavior, and problem-solving abilities. In Indonesian secondary schools, students are often exposed to negative linguistic environments characterized by verbal bullying, authoritarian classroom discourse, and discouraging communication, potentially affecting their self-concept and creative thinking. This study investigates the linguistic structures and hypnolinguistic mechanisms of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) discourse in shaping students' speech and Design Thinking skills. A qualitative interdisciplinary case study with embedded pre- and post-intervention comparisons was conducted over 16 weeks at SMA Islam Plus Adzkia, West Java. Participants included 30 students purposively selected based on high exposure to verbal trauma and eight educators. Data were collected through classroom observations, audio-recorded interactions, discourse transcriptions, self-talk protocols, Design Thinking project assessments, and observations of neurolinguistic communication markers. Data analysis integrated Critical Discourse Analysis, Transformational-Generative Syntax, cognitive semantics, and speech act theory. Findings indicate that NLP-based discourse intervention transformed classroom communication by reducing directive and authoritarian expressions while increasing presuppositional, sensory-based, and supportive linguistic patterns. Students demonstrated reduced self-deprecating language and increased expressions of agency, confidence, and figurative language use. Improvements were also observed in speech fluency, communication confidence, and linguistic competence. Design Thinking performance improved across all dimensions, particularly during ideation, suggesting that constructive linguistic environments facilitate creative problem-solving and innovation. Correlation analysis revealed a strong positive relationship between linguistic transformation and Design Thinking performance, indicating that supportive discourse promotes cognitive and communicative development. These findings underscore the value of integrating NLP-informed communication strategies into classroom practice to strengthen students' linguistic confidence, higher-order thinking skills, and innovative pedagogy.
An Analysis of Midwifery Students' Mastery and Difficulties in Understanding English Medical Vocabulary at STIKES Amanah Makassar Dien Afni Ariyati; Rostina Alimuddin; Sri Hariati Mustari; Amina Ahmad; Syarifah Masita
Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris Vol. 4 No. 4 (2026): Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/sintaksis.v4i4.2855

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English medical vocabulary is essential for supporting midwifery students’ academic learning and future professional communication in healthcare settings. However, many students still face difficulties understanding medical terminology because of its specialized nature and limited exposure in language learning contexts. This study aimed to analyze midwifery students’ mastery and difficulties in understanding English medical vocabulary at STIKES Amanah Makassar. A descriptive qualitative design was employed involving ten second-semester Midwifery students enrolled in the English for Midwifery course. Data were collected through a vocabulary task and semi-structured interviews, then analyzed using an interactive qualitative data analysis model. The findings showed varying levels of vocabulary mastery. Five participants demonstrated good mastery, while the others showed average or limited understanding. Students generally understood common medical vocabulary but had difficulty comprehending specialized terms. The main challenges included unfamiliar terminology, pronunciation problems, difficulty remembering vocabulary, and limited exposure to English medical terms. The study concludes that vocabulary mastery is influenced by students’ familiarity with medical terminology and opportunities for contextualized learning. Therefore, integrating discipline-specific vocabulary instruction and pronunciation practice into English for Midwifery courses is necessary to improve students’ understanding and communication competence.
A Marxist Analysis of Social Inequality in the Netflix Series Arcane Season 2 Dilla Loanda Putri Gaotami; Putri Rindu Kinasih
Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris Vol. 4 No. 4 (2026): Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/sintaksis.v4i4.2864

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This study examines the representation of social inequality and class dynamics in the second season of the Netflix animated series Arcane: League of Legends. While previous research has focused on semiotic signs or isolated character dynamics in Season 1, this study explores how structural class conflict operates across the narrative climax of Season 2. Employing a qualitative textual analysis grounded in Karl Marx’s critical framework, the research analyzes specific visual, spatial, and dialogic data across all nine episodes (370 minutes). The findings reveal that the bourgeoisie is represented not only by Piltover’s governing elite, who monopolize technological production (Hextech) and institutional power, but also by Zaun’s Chem-Barons, who function as an extralegal local bourgeoisie exploiting forced child labor. Conversely, the proletariat is embodied by Zaun’s working class, whose material deprivation, addiction, and lack of political autonomy reflect structural alienation. Furthermore, the socio-spatial disparity between Piltover’s refined infrastructure and Zaun’s environmental degradation illustrates how systemic inequality offloads material risks onto marginalized populations. Ultimately, this study demonstrates that Arcane Season 2 presents social inequality not as a series of isolated misfortunes, but as an institutionalized system maintained through state apparatuses, ideological dehumanization, and resource monopoly.
A Comparative Semiotic Analysis of Pocari Sweat Advertisements in Ramadan and Sports Context Based on Peirce’s Theory Ruthertati Sianturi; Muhammad Abiyyu De Rossi; Monika Br. Tobing; Syifa Inayah Hanani Zulfa; Pegrina Yuni Permatasari Siregar; Meisuri Meisuri
Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris Vol. 4 No. 3 (2026): Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/sintaksis.v4i3.2698

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This study examines how meaning is constructed in two Pocari Sweat advertisements presented in different contexts, namely Ramadan (sahur) and sports, using Charles Sanders Peirce’s semiotic theory. Advertising today not only promotes products but also communicates cultural values and social meanings through signs such as images, language, and symbols. The objective of this research is to identify the types of signs used, interpret their meanings, and compare how different contexts influence meaning construction. This study applies a qualitative descriptive method by analyzing visual and verbal elements from both advertisements. The findings show that both advertisements use icons, indexes, and symbols, but with different emphases. The Ramadan advertisement highlights symbolic and cultural meanings related to togetherness, spirituality, and health during fasting, while the sports advertisement emphasizes physical activity, endurance, and performance through more indexical and iconic signs. These differences indicate that advertising strategies adapt to audience context to create specific interpretations. The study implies that advertisements function as complex systems of meaning that shape audience perception, and understanding these signs can help viewers become more critical in interpreting media messages.
Signification Analysis of 1984 Movie Poster Nailla Salsabilah; Ahmad Juma Khatib Nur Ali
Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris Vol. 4 No. 4 (2026): Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/sintaksis.v4i4.2887

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Movie posters function as promotional media that convey messages through verbal and visual signs. This research aims to identify the verbal and visual signs found in 1984 movie posters and analyze their meanings based on Ferdinand de Saussure's semiotic theory. The data of this research were obtained from the official 1984 movie poster published on IMDb. This research employed a descriptive qualitative method using documentation as the data collection technique. Ferdinand de Saussure's theory on signification through the association between the signifier and the signified was utilized in analyzing the data. Regarding the findings, the movie poster comprises of three verbal symbols like: headline, title, and baseline as well as five visual symbols which include: Big Brother’s face, man and woman, color, typography and layout. These symbols possess certain meanings with regard to dictatorship, surveillance, oppression, rebellion and social control respectively. Thus, the movie poster 1984 acts not only as an advertising tool but also conveys the ideology of the movie.
Dehumanization and Identity Reclamation in 86 (Eighty-Six): A Thematic Analysis Sayyid Hamzah Nurhayan; Afni Apriliyanti Devita
Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris Vol. 4 No. 4 (2026): Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/sintaksis.v4i4.2889

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Language in 86 (Eighty-Six) is used not only as a means of communication, but also as a tool to determine who is recognized as human and who is excluded from humanity. This study examines the representation of dehumanization and identity reclamation in Volume 1 of the light novel using a descriptive qualitative method and thematic analysis. The data consisted of 52 items taken from selected dialogues and narrations that describe the experiences of the Eighty-Six and their relationship with the Republic of San Magnolia. The data were classified into three main themes: institutional erasure of humanity, normalization and concealment of violence, and identity reclamation and resistance. Among these themes, identity reclamation and resistance was the most dominant, with 20 data items. This theme frequently appears through the efforts of the Spearhead Squadron members to maintain their names, personal memories, solidarity, dignity, and shared identity despite continuous discrimination. The findings also show that institutional language, labels, and military terms are used to reduce the Eighty-Six into objects, tools, and nonhuman beings. However, the characters gradually challenge these labels by reclaiming their identity and asserting their right to live as human beings. Therefore, language in the novel functions both as a tool of oppression and as a means of resistance, recognition, and identity reconstruction.
Motivational Language in Imran Khan's Speeches: A Discourse Analysis Using Motivational Language Theory Izza Manan; Suci Budiyawati
Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris Vol. 4 No. 4 (2026): Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/sintaksis.v4i4.2875

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Motivational language has become an essential component of public speaking, enabling speakers to inspire audiences, strengthen emotional engagement, and encourage positive behavioral change. This study investigates the use of motivational language in two speeches delivered by Imran Khan, namely Never Give Up on Your Dreams (TEDx Karachi, 2011) and The Fight Is in the Mind, It's Not Physical… Whatever You Can Dream, You Can Achieve It (Oxford Union). The research aims to identify the types of motivational language employed in the speeches and examine the meanings conveyed through each type based on Motivational Language Theory proposed by Jacqueline and Milton Mayfield. A qualitative descriptive approach was adopted, with speech transcripts serving as the primary data source. The collected data were analyzed through identification, classification, and interpretation according to the three dimensions of Motivational Language Theory: meaning-making language, direction-giving language, and empathetic language. The analysis identified 85 motivational language utterances, consisting of 36 meaning-making language utterances, 31 direction-giving language utterances, and 18 empathetic language utterances.
The Impact of Social Media on English Writing Skills among EFL Learners: A Literature Review Ahmad Baktiar; Weli Weli; Sri Wahyuni
Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris Vol. 4 No. 4 (2026): Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/sintaksis.v4i4.2844

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The integration of social media into English language learning has attracted increasing attention due to its potential to support language development beyond traditional classroom settings. This study aims to review and synthesize previous research on the impact of social media on English writing skills among English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners. Employing a qualitative literature review approach, this study analyzes relevant scholarly articles, books, and research reports published predominantly between 2020 and 2026. The reviewed literature was examined through thematic analysis to identify major patterns, benefits, and challenges associated with the use of social media in writing instruction. The findings indicate that social media platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube contribute positively to writing development by providing authentic language exposure, increasing writing practice opportunities, and facilitating peer interaction and collaborative feedback, which together support improvements in writing fluency and vocabulary development. However, several challenges were identified, including the frequent use of informal language, abbreviations, internet slang, and non-standard grammatical structures that may negatively affect formal academic writing. This review highlights that social media functions most effectively as a complement to, rather than a substitute for, structured writing instruction, with its benefits depending largely on appropriate pedagogical integration and guided use in educational contexts. The study contributes to the growing body of literature on technology-enhanced language learning by providing a comprehensive synthesis of both the benefits and limitations of social media use in EFL writing development.
Ambiguitas Deiksis dan Implikatur Percakapan dalam Tuturan Prompt ChatGPT: Kajian Pragmatik Berdasarkan Prinsip Kerja Sama Grice Rolandus Edwinus Pape Tegu
Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris Vol. 4 No. 5 (2026): September : Sintaksis : Publikasi Para ahli Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/sintaksis.v4i5.2963

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The widespread use of ChatGPT as a conversational artificial intelligence has created new challenges in pragmatic communication between humans and machines, particularly when user prompts contain ambiguous deictic references. Unlike face-to-face interaction, ChatGPT does not possess physical embodiment, direct awareness of real-time situations, or interactional history beyond the available conversational context. These limitations make deictic expressions particularly vulnerable to ambiguity. This study aims to describe the forms of deictic ambiguity found in ChatGPT prompts and examine the conversational implicatures arising from such ambiguity based on Grice’s Cooperative Principle. This study employed a qualitative descriptive approach. The data consisted of fifteen prompt-response pairs produced by five active university students who regularly use ChatGPT, covering three categories of deixis: person, temporal, and spatial. Data were collected through non-participant observation and note-taking techniques and analyzed using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña, involving data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that deictic ambiguity occurred across all three categories, particularly through unspecified personal references, relative expressions of time, and locative demonstratives without clear referents. Such ambiguity led ChatGPT to provide clarification-seeking or overly general responses rather than direct answers, indicating the importance of contextual information in interpreting user intentions. Analysis based on Grice’s four maxims revealed that the maxim of quantity was violated most frequently (40%), followed by quality and relation (33.3% each), while manner was violated least (13.3%). These findings highlight the need for explicit, context-rich prompts to support cooperative communication with ChatGPT, particularly in academic settings.

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