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ISSN : 23015152     EISSN : 26557517     DOI : 10.24114
Core Subject : Humanities, Education, Art,
Arts Humanities Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media
LINGUISTICA Journal is a quarterly publication presenting articles on Linguistics. The contents include analyses, studies, applications of theories, research reports and reviews
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Sosial - Linguistik dan Bahasa
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THE SEMANTIC SHIFT OF HONORIFIC ADDRESS TERMS FOR ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS LEADERS IN INDONESIA: A SOCIOLINGUISTIC PERSPECTIVE Fauzia Fahmi Yuniarti Nasution; Ahmad Nafi’ul Walid
LINGUISTICA Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026): LINGUISTICA JANUARY 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/jalu.v15i1.72599

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This study aims to examine the semantic shift of honorific address terms used to refer to Islamic religious leaders in Indonesia from a sociolinguistic perspective. Honorific address terms represent a form of language variation that functions not only as a means of communication but also as a marker of social relations, authority, and cultural–religious values within society. This research employs a qualitative descriptive approach with a library research method. The data consist of linguistic units in the form of words and phrases functioning as honorific address terms, collected from various written and online sources, including books, scholarly journal articles, previous studies, and official religious and institutional websites. Data analysis was conducted using Miles and Huberman’s interactive model, which includes data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that there are diverse honorific address terms for Islamic religious leaders in Indonesia, varying according to regional and cultural backgrounds, such as kyai, buya, ajengan, tengku, tuan guru, and gurutta. Most of these terms have undergone a semantic shift from kinship or aristocratic meanings to religious honorific titles through mechanisms of metonymy, social legitimation, and local cultural traditions. This semantic shift highlights the close relationship between language, culture, and socio-religious structures in Indonesian Muslim society.
Dysphemism on "The Joe Rogan Experience Podcast" Rani Rotua Margaretha Situmorang
LINGUISTICA Vol. 15 No. 2 (2026): LINGUISTICA APRIL 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/w80hhc65

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This study investigates the use of dysphemistic language in The "Joe Rogan Experience” podcast, focusing specifically on two selected episodes featuring comedians Jeff Dye and Andrew Schulz. Employing a qualitative research methodology using Morelent and Irawan’s (2022) theory, the researcher transcribed and analyzed a total of 102 dialogues extracted from these episodes. The aims of this study were (1) to investigate the forms of dysphemism that found in “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast (2) to elaborate how dysphemistic expression function in The "Joe Rogan Experience” podcast. The findings identify three forms of dysphemism found in the podcast, 30 dialogues of dysphemism in the form of word, 65 dialogues of dysphemism in the form of phrase, and 7 dialogues of dysphemism in the form of expression. Furthermore, dysphemism used for stating taboo or vulgar things is the most frequent function used in the podcast, followed by dysphemism used to criticize, dysphemism used for satire, and dysphemism to insult others. Keywords: Dysphemism; Form of Dysphemism; Function of Dysphemism; Podcast
Caricatures of Jokowi in Tempo Magazine Covers: A Semiotic Approach Nurul Eliza Putri
LINGUISTICA Vol. 15 No. 2 (2026): LINGUISTICA APRIL 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/g6fhr203

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This study aimed to explore how Tempo portrayed Jokowi, using a semiotic lens of Charles Sanders Peirce’s triadic model to decode the deeper political meanings embedded in its cover caricatures. Using a qualitative content analysis research design, the research examined how each cover functioned as a sign consisting of representamen (icons, indexes, and symbols), object, and interpretant. Icons appeared in the form of Jokowi’s exaggerated caricatures, which made him instantly recognizable. Indexes were shown through visual objects such as mirrors, balloons, or puppet strings, pointing to Jokowi’s active role in political actions. Symbols, like the phrases cawe-cawe and dinasti tiada henti, added cultural and political meanings that reflected concerns about interference and dynastic politics. By connecting these signs with their objects and interpretants, the study found that Tempo did not present Jokowi as a neutral or retiring leader. Instead, he was shown as someone still deeply involved in shaping politics, controlling images of himself, and ensuring power continued through his son, Gibran Rakabuming Raka. The interpretations encouraged readers to see Jokowi as a leader who extended his influence beyond his formal term. These findings demonstrate how visual semiotics functioned as a critical tool for the media to comment on Jokowi’s political image. Keywords: Caricature; Jokowi; Semiotic; Triadic Model
ARCHETYPAL REPRESENTATIONS IN THE MAIN CHARACTERS OF A REAL PAIN FILM SCRIPT Safha Dwi Kayla
LINGUISTICA Vol. 15 No. 2 (2026): LINGUISTICA APRIL 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/ag3y8d88

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The study discusses the film script A Real Pain (2024) by using Carl Jung’s archetypal theory and Christopher Vogler’s Hero’s Journey to analyze the archetypes and character arcs of the main characters. The aim of the research is to reveal how the two protagonists, David and Benji, are represented through archetypal patterns and how their development unfolds across the story. This study applies a qualitative descriptive method with textual analysis focusing on dialogue, monologue, and character actions. The findings show that both characters embody four archetypes: Persona, Shadow, Anima, and Self. David and Benji are mostly associated with the Self archetype. David reflecting his pursuit of balance and reflection, while Benji revealing his instability and unresolved grief. The Hero’s Journey analysis indicates that David’s arc follows a more structured transformation, whereas Benji’s journey is fragmented but still conveys emotional depth. The research concludes that archetypes strongly shape the characters’ psychological portrayals and that the Hero’s Journey framework highlights both complete and incomplete transformations in contemporary cinema. Keywords: A Real Pain; Archetype; Character Arc; Film Analysis; Hero's Journey
Novel-To- Film Screenplay Adaptation Of Women Talking From A Radical Libertarian Feminism Perspective Azizah Syadid; Winda Setia Sari
LINGUISTICA Vol. 15 No. 3 (2026): LINGUISTICA JULY 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/8kedj606

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This research analyzes Miriam Toews’ Women Talking (2018) and Sarah Polley’s film adaptation (2022) through the lens of radical libertarian feminism. Using qualitative textual analysis, it explores feminist representations within narration, dialogue, and monologue. Guided by Rosemary Tong’s (2009) framework covering androgyny, sex/gender system, sexuality, pornography, lesbianism, and reproduction. The findings from 110 data points reveal that androgyny (41.8%), sex/gender system (34.5%), and reproduction (23.6%) are the most dominant themes. These elements highlight women’s resistance to patriarchy, redefinition of gender identity, and questioning of reproductive roles. The study also applies Geoffrey Wagner’s (1975) adaptation theory, identifying transposition (74.5%) and commentary (25.5%) as the main approaches used, with no analogy detected. Polley’s adaptation maintains the novel’s core feminist message while offering interpretive depth, especially in expressing androgyny and gender resistance. Overall, the research contributes to feminist literary and adaptation studies by showing how radical libertarian feminism is sustained and amplified through cinematic transformation. Keywords: Adaptation; Novel-to-Film Screenplay; Radical Libertarian Feminism
A Grammatical Analysis of Modality and Ideological Representation in News Text on Islamic Boarding School in Indonesia Adinda Permata Annisa; Chalimah
LINGUISTICA Vol. 15 No. 3 (2026): LINGUISTICA JULY 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/96qbn204

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This study investigates the use of modality as a linguistic mechanism for ideological representation in Indonesian news texts concerning Islamic boarding schools. Drawing upon Halliday’s Systemic Functional Grammar (2013) and Fairclough’s framework of Critical Discourse Analysis (2010), the research explores how epistemic, deontic, and dynamic modalities are employed to construct authority, moral legitimacy, and national identity. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, the study analyzed selected news reports issued by the Ministry of Religious Affairs. The data were collected through documentation and analyzed using interpretative linguistic analysis. The findings reveal that epistemic modality, particularly through the consistent use of will and would, reinforces state confidence and transforms policy aspirations into unquestionable commitments. Deontic modality, expressed through moralized terms such as spiritual calling and vital role, legitimizes government initiatives by embedding them in religious and ethical narratives. Meanwhile, dynamic modality projects Indonesia’s readiness and capacity to assume global leadership in Islamic education, reversing the traditional hierarchy of knowledge between the Middle East and Southeast Asia. To sum up, the research finds that modality in the analyzed texts plays the role of not only a grammatical category but also an ideological strategy that incorporates linguistic certainty, moral obligation, and institutional power to maintain the state's image of religious and national authority. One of the implications of this study is that the use of language in media discourse can act as a powerful means to influence the ideological perception and to justify the state policy. Keywords: Discourse Analysis; Ideology; Islamic Boarding School; Modality; News Texts
A Semiotics Approach to BTS English Music Video: A Verbal and Visual Analysis Rizqi Fadhilah Hidayah Simbolon
LINGUISTICA Vol. 15 No. 2 (2026): LINGUISTICA APRIL 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/3sr4aa03

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This study investigates the signs in three BTS English music videos: "Dynamite," "Butter," and "Permission to Dance." Through the lens of Semiotic Analysis and how signs influence audience perceptions of information by the media, this research examines verbal and visual elements. Signs, grounded in social and cultural life, are objects or gestures that convey meaning and represent a message. Data was collected from screenshots of the music videos on YouTube and analyzed using the semiotic triangle by Peirce (2007) and the four dimensions of Audience engagement by Steesen, et al. (2020). The analysis focuses on how signs work together to convey messages and influence audience perceptions. The results reveal that signs interrelate to convey messages easily to the audience. Furthermore, the results highlight how audience comments reflect emotional feelings, the application of positive messages in music videos, and their use as standards and inspiration for everyday social and cultural life in the future. Keywords: Audience Perception; BTS; English Music Video; Semiotics; Sign Language
A Grammatical Analysis of Subjunctive Mood and Complex Structures in News Text: A Case Study of Islamic Boarding School Students' Recruitment as Police Officers M. Syarif Hidayatulloh; Chalimah
LINGUISTICA Vol. 15 No. 3 (2026): LINGUISTICA JULY 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/d68jhc87

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This study examines the grammatical features used in the news article “Islamic Boarding School’s Concerns About Recruiting Santri as Police Officers.” The analysis focuses on the subjunctive mood, parallel structure, complex syntax, reduced adjective clauses, and participial and gerund phrases. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the study explores how these grammatical choices shape meaning, express the writer’s concerns, and reflect the social context presented in the article. Recent linguistic research provides important grounding for this analysis. Studies on local grammar within Critical Discourse Analysis (2024) show that small grammatical choices can carry ideological weight in media texts. Research on mood and modality in news discourse (Haritsyah, 2024) highlights how writers use grammatical mood to negotiate stance and interpersonal meaning. Corpus-based work on stance in newspaper opinion writing (2024) demonstrates that devices such as modality, clause reduction, and parallel structure help shape evaluative tone. Meanwhile, recent findings on non-finite clauses in professional registers (2025) underline their role in creating concise and efficient expression features that are central to journalistic style. Anchored in these developments, the present study finds that the subjunctive mood signals hypothetical or uncertain situations, parallel structure strengthens emphasis and coherence, and complex syntax supports more layered argumentation. The use of reduced clauses and non-finite constructions contributes to stylistic compactness typical of contemporary news writing. Overall, the study shows that sensitivity to these grammatical patterns not only enhances language accuracy but also deepens understanding of how meaning and perspective are constructed in media discourse. Keywords: Complex Syntax; Paralell; Participial Phrase; Structure Subjunctive Mood
Analyzing News on Islamic Boarding School Violence: A Case Study of The Banyuwangi–Kediri Incident and Its Relation to Six English Grammar Topics Muhammad Hilman Maulana Syahputra; Dr. Chalimah, S.Pd., M.Pd.
LINGUISTICA Vol. 15 No. 2 (2026): LINGUISTICA APRIL 2026
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This study investigates the presence and pedagogical relevance of six English grammar topics—subjunctive mood, parallel structure, complex syntactic structure, abridgement and implied meaning, stylistic punctuation, and the placement of gerund phrases—within an authentic news report on the Banyuwangi–Kediri Islamic boarding school violence case. The research seeks to address a persistent gap in EFL grammar pedagogy, in which grammar is frequently taught through isolated, contrived sentences that fail to represent actual language use. As a result, learners often struggle to connect grammatical theory with the communicative functions of grammar in real discourse. To respond to this gap, the study employs qualitative discourse analysis to identify grammatical constructions embedded in the selected news article and to interpret their instructional potential. The analysis reveals that authentic texts provide diverse and naturally occurring grammatical patterns, including structures that deviate from prescriptive norms but reflect genuine language practice. These findings reinforce the pedagogical value of integrating authentic news material into grammar instruction to enhance learners’ analytical skills, discourse awareness, and understanding of grammar as a functional component of meaning-making. The study concludes that contextualized grammar analysis can serve as an effective bridge between theoretical knowledge and real-world language use, and it recommends further research across broader text types to expand its implications for EFL grammar teaching. Keywords: Authentic Text Analysis; Discourse-Based Grammar; EFL Learning; Grammar Pedagogy; News Discourse
Enhancing  Students' Reading Comprehension Through Selected Reading Techniques at SMP Islam 2 Kota Ternate Syamsia
LINGUISTICA Vol. 15 No. 3 (2026): LINGUISTICA JULY 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/kc9vze74

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This research aimed to improve the reading comprehension of the second-grade students of SMP Islam 2 Kota Ternate through the use of the Reading technique. Reading is a fundamental language skill essential for students’ academic success, yet many Indonesian learners continue to struggle with comprehension, vocabulary, and motivation. Initial observations at SMP Islam 2 Kota Ternate revealed that students had limited vocabulary mastery, relied heavily on word-by-word translation, and showed low interest in reading activities. To address these issues, this study implemented Reading technique, a strategy designed to improve fluency, automaticity, and comprehension through multiple exposures to the same text. This classroom action research was conducted in two cycles, each consisting of two meetings. The participants were 28 students from Class IIB, selected because they demonstrated the lowest reading comprehension scores based on pre-observation and interviews. Data were collected through tests, observations, and interviews. The pre-test results indicated that only 10.71% of students achieved the passing grade (75), with an average score of 46.75, showing significant difficulties in understanding texts. After the implementation of the Repeated Reading technique across two cycles, the post-test results showed substantial improvement. A total of 89.7% of the students successfully reached or exceeded the minimum passing grade, and the class average increased to 80.07. Students also demonstrated higher confidence, better vocabulary recognition, improved fluency, and greater engagement during reading activities. Keywords: Classroom Action Research; Reading Comprehension; Reading Techniques

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