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Rainbow : Journal of Literature, Linguistics and Culture Studies
Published by Universitas Negeri Semarang
ISSN : -     EISSN : 27214540     DOI : https://doi.org/10.15294/rainbow
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Rainbow journal has commitment to exchange and share ideas as well as research findings from researchers. Also, it provides the interdisciplinary forum for the most recent innovations, trends, concerns, practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted in the field of Literature, Linguistics, and Cultural Studies:
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An Anthropological Linguistic Study of The Novel Man’en Gannen No. Futtoboru by Kenzaburo Oe: A Moral Crisis and Its Implications for Multicultural Learning Iroth, Santje; Ali, Muhammad Ilham
Rainbow : Journal of Literature, Linguistics and Culture Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): April 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/rainbow.v14i1.19235

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This study examines the moral crisis depicted in Kenzaburo Oe's Man'en Gannen no Futtoboru and its implications for multicultural learning using an anthropological linguistic approach. Through the moral conflicts experienced by his characters, Oe shows the tension between tradition, modernity, and social change in post-war Japanese society. This study aims to explore how the moral and social discourses in the novel reflect intercultural dynamics, as well as how anthropological linguistic analysis can be used in an educational context to enhance students' understanding of multicultural awareness. This research uses a qualitative approach with critical discourse analysis to explore the narratives depicting moral crises and cultural representations in the novel. The results show that anthropological linguistics-based learning can help students understand the role of language in uncovering and mediating moral conflicts in multicultural societies.
Language Heritage Maintenance of Javanese Krama Inggil through Traditional Cultural Activities in Komering Putih Village Putri, Devi Yandika; Rani Barokah; Novia Rohma Savitri; Subandowo, Dedy; Siagiyanto, Bambang Eko
Rainbow : Journal of Literature, Linguistics and Culture Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): April 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/rainbow.v14i1.19942

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This study examines efforts to preserve Javanese krama inggil (KI) through traditional cultural activities in Komering Putih Village, amidst the challenges of its declining use in daily communication. Using a qualitative ethnographic approach, this study highlights the important role of activities such as wayang (W), campur sari (CS), and kitab kuning (KK) in maintaining the continued use of KI. The findings show that these cultural activities contribute significantly to the preservation of KI in formal and ceremonial contexts. Nonetheless, the younger generation (YG) tends to be limited in their everyday use of KI, preferring the informal ngoko (NG) variant. This research emphasizes the need for an integrated preservation strategy to bridge the use of KI in ceremonial contexts and everyday life, so that this language remains a dynamic element in Javanese cultural identity. 
Understanding and usage of the pronouns kami and kita among Indonesian millennial and generation Z Ismail, Dario Rifki; Pranata, Aqil Julyanriko; Suriya, Azza Naila; Jaya, Patria Handung
Rainbow : Journal of Literature, Linguistics and Culture Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): April 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/rainbow.v14i1.20091

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The use of the pronouns kami and kita in Bahasa Indonesia is an issue for most Indonesian youths nowadays. Most of them use it incorrectly. This study explores the problematic usage of the pronouns kami and kita among Millennials and Gen Z in Indonesia. The research led to understanding how these generations comprehend and differentiate these words in daily use communication. A semantic approach is used to analyze the data since the basic difference between kami and kita pronouns is in the level of meaning. Interviews with ten respondents revealed that only three correctly understood the semantic differences between kami and kita. Most respondents understand the difference pragmatically, associating kami with formal contexts and kita with informal ones. Furthermore, most of them think that the difference between the two pronouns is in the number of subjects in a conversation. This misunderstanding often leads to incorrect usage in conversations. The study highlights the need for better awareness of semantic differences to avoid miscommunication. This research is expected to increase the awareness of Indonesian youths to use both pronouns correctly to avoid misunderstandings in communication.
Gender exposition in the select interview and speech of Miriam Defensor Santiago Lawas, Lyra Erika; Magdadaro, Jehan; Pilapil, Jiza Mae; Minoza, Joemar
Rainbow : Journal of Literature, Linguistics and Culture Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): April 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/rainbow.v14i1.21777

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  This research intends to expose the gender of Miriam Defensor Santiago using Women's Language Features by Robin Lakoff and Tannen's Difference Theory and the types of informal communication to determine Miriam Santiago's utterances in one interview on six topics and her speech at the University of Perpetual Help System as the main sources of data. Findings revealed that the selected interview and speech of Miriam Santiago have gender exposition. Analysis of the feminine or masculine language features of Miriam Santiago demonstrated that Robin Lakoff and Deborah Tannen's theories are significant in determining the language of one's sex. The study concludes that the language of Miriam Defensor Santiago is masculine. It recommends that the two theories from the 1970s and 1990s are still valuable for researching language and gender. Delving the language of Miriam Defensor Santiago in her younger years is recommended for future research.      
Flouting of Grice’s Maxims in Creating Humor in "Steve TV Show” YouTube Clips Nafi', Mar' Atul Latifah Jauharin; Yuliasri, Issy; Pratama, Hendi
Rainbow : Journal of Literature, Linguistics and Culture Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): April 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/rainbow.v14i1.22009

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This study examines how the violation of Grice’s cooperative maxims—quantity, quality, relation, and manner—elicits humor in YouTube clips from Steve Harvey’s TV Show. Using a qualitative content analysis approach, this research analyzes social media data from the show’s YouTube channel. The analysis applies a pragmatic identity framework and follows the data analysis techniques outlined by Miles and Huberman (1984). Key findings reveal how different types of maxim violations, influenced by contextual factors, contribute to humor production in a talk show format. This study offers valuable insights into the role of conversational implicature in humor, particularly within contemporary media, and contributes to the broader field of discourse analysis and humor studies. By examining how humor is constructed through maxim flouting, the research highlights its implications for understanding humor in digital media and its cultural significance in global media contexts.
Postcolonial Memories and Emotional Dislocation in Zimbabwean Literature:  A Study of  Noviolet Bulawayo’s We Need New Names Agyo, Azetu; Ogba, Martins; Isah, Materclaus
Rainbow : Journal of Literature, Linguistics and Culture Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): April 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/rainbow.v14i1.22137

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This study examines the intersection of colonial and postcolonial memories, gender, and emotional dislocation in NoViolet Bulawayo’s We Need New Names (2013). It explores how the novel portrays the enduring legacies of colonialism in shaping identity, cultural hybridity, and psychological experiences. While previous research has addressed themes of migration and cultural alienation in Bulawayo’s work, there is limited analysis of the novel’s engagement with colonial and postcolonial memories, particularly through the lens of gender and emotional trauma. This study addresses this gap by investigating how colonialism’s lingering effects continue to shape individual and collective identities in postcolonial Zimbabwe. This research is grounded in postcolonial theory and trauma theory. Drawing on Edward Said, Homi Bhabha, and Frantz Fanon, the study examines hybrid identities and the internalization of colonial hierarchies. Additionally, trauma theory, as articulated by Cathy Caruth and Marianne Hirsch, provides insight into the emotional and psychological dislocation experienced by the characters, particularly in relation to migration and the intergenerational transmission of colonial trauma. A qualitative methodology is employed, using textual analysis and discourse analysis to examine the novel’s representation of colonial legacies. We Need New Names was selected due to its critical engagement with postcolonial identity and migration. Findings reveal that colonial structures persist in economic struggles, cultural hybridity, and emotional alienation. Darling’s migration to America highlights identity fragmentation, while language and cultural hybridity shape postcolonial selfhood. This research contributes to discussions on postcolonial identity, migration, and trauma. It underscores literature’s role in reflecting historical and socio-political realities and deepens our understanding of identity formation in postcolonial societies.
Narrative Minimalism and Symbolism in Ernest Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea Neloy, Nowshad Hasan; Minhajul Islam
Rainbow : Journal of Literature, Linguistics and Culture Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): April 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/rainbow.v14i1.22303

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The Old Man and the Sea (1952) is the magnum opus of Ernest Hemingway. This novella not only presents Hemingway's distinctive narrative style but also engages rich symbolism to convey deeper meanings. It serves as a testament to the power of storytelling, where every word and symbol contributes to a greater understanding of our shared experiences. This paper aims at investigating Hemingway's minimalist narrative techniques, particularly his use of simple, concise language, and rich symbolism embedded in the text. Through an analysis of both stylistic and thematic elements, this study aims to shed light on characters and themes present in the novella. To conduct the research, a qualitative approach was chosen. The data analysis was conducted through close reading. This involved a detailed examination of the text’s language, structure, and characterization. Findings from this study confirmed that The Old Man and the Sea is a novella built on simple but powerful dialogue using concise language and rich symbols that enrich the story's meaning.
Rose's  biomedical governance in Puenzo’s Wakolda Sharma, Pradip
Rainbow : Journal of Literature, Linguistics and Culture Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): April 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/rainbow.v14i1.22348

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This study explores biomedical intervention in Lilith’s growth deficiency as depicted in Lucía Puenzo’s Wakolda, drawing parallels to Nazi medical experiments and Argentina’s post-war complicity. The novel follows José, a former Nazi doctor who continues unethical experiments on women and children while in hiding. Using Nikolas Rose’s theory of molecular biopolitics, the analysis examines how José’s treatments—protein supplements for pregnant Eva and growth hormone injections for Lilith—reflect broader mechanisms of biopolitical control. Rose argues that biotechnology reduces the body to molecular material, subject to political, medical, and social regulation. José’s manipulation of Lilith’s biology symbolically echoes Argentina’s efforts to exploit Nazi expertise for national gain. The study also critiques Eva’s passive role in exposing her family to medical manipulation, emphasizing the dangers of uncritical trust in biomedical authority. Ultimately, the paper warns against the misuse of biomedicine and highlights the need to protect human dignity from exploitative scientific agendas.
Lost in Translation: The Politics of Indonesian Literature in International Literary Spaces Angelianawati, Desca; Leba, Seli Marlina Radja; Fachrul, Rukmana; Indriyanto, Kristiawan
Rainbow : Journal of Literature, Linguistics and Culture Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): April 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/rainbow.v14i1.22697

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This study examines the cultural politics affecting Indonesian literature in the global literary arena. It analyses how literary politics, standardisation, implicit agendas, and validation systems impact international reception. The study investigates how global literary standards reshape Indonesian narratives to match international preferences, often at the expense of cultural authenticity. In addition, several works by some prominent Indonesian authors, including Toer, Anwar and Kurniawan are being analysed. Using a descriptive-qualitative approach with discourse analysis, interview and case studies, the research reveals three key findings: translation challenges for Indonesian literary works, limited international publication opportunities, and underrepresentation in global literary awards and criticism. Based on these findings, the study advocates for more inclusive literary practices to enhance Indonesian literature’s global visibility while preserving its cultural integrity.
From invocation to indictment: Analyzing hate speech elements in a social media prayer Surahmat, Surahmat; Arimi, Sailal; Susilowati, Novi Eka; Imamah, Fardan Mahmudatul
Rainbow : Journal of Literature, Linguistics and Culture Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): April 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/rainbow.v14i1.23626

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This study investigates a controversial Facebook post prosecuted under Indonesian hate speech law, focusing on a “bad prayer” directed at the president during the 2019 election period. This research was a case study of a hate speech that the Tembilahan District Court, Indragiri Hilir, Riau, decided. The data was collected from the case trial on the website of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Indonesia and the associated Facebook group.  Employing semantic, sociolinguistic, and pragmatic analyses, the research explores how religious language can serve as a vehicle for politically motivated hate speech. Findings indicate that the expression, namely “Congratulations on the presidential inauguration, may he meet his end as soon as possible. Amen", constitutes minor hate speech by violating politeness principles and implying negative social judgment. The statement is motivated by the competition between two candidates in the 2019 presidential election, where the accused disapproved of the elected President Joko Widodo. This interdisciplinary approach contributes to forensic linguistics by introducing the concept of “bad prayer” and examining its sociopolitical and legal implications in Southeast Asian digital discourse. 

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