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Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
Published by Yayasan Bayt Shufiya Nusantara
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Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (YJSSH) is an academic journal which focuses on social and humanistic issues, both of a conceptual and an empirical nature. The journal uses a multidisciplinary perspective with a focus on the main issue. The journal is open to all to contribute to it, either as authors or reviewers.
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How Words Shape Our Thoughts: The Role of Connotation in Language Eksaulina Simanjuntak; Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik
Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.66867/yjssh.v1i2.149

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This study investigates the role of connotation in shaping meaning beyond the literal level in linguistic communication. Using a qualitative library research method, the analysis focuses on how connotative meanings influence emotional expression, social judgment, and cultural perception. The findings reveal that connotation operates dynamically through context whether interpersonal, cultural, or institutional significantly affecting how language is interpreted. Words with similar denotations may evoke entirely different responses depending on their connotative tone. For example, terms such as “thrifty” and “cheap” share core meanings but differ in emotional weight. Furthermore, connotation plays a powerful role in media, education, and political discourse. This underscores the necessity of connotative awareness for effective and ethical communication.
How Words Shape Our Thoughts: The Role of Connotation in Language Imeliana Saragih; Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik
Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.66867/yjssh.v1i2.150

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This study explores the role of connotation in literary analysis through a semantic approach, focusing on how implicit meanings and emotional nuances in literary language enrich textual interpretation. Conducted as a library-based research, this study draws upon various literary texts and theoretical sources to investigate how connotation functions as a key element in understanding the aesthetic, ideological, and cultural dimensions of literary works. By analyzing a range of texts across different genres and historical periods, the research demonstrates that connotation not only enhances literal meaning but also reveals deeper interpretive layers. Through a semantic lens, it emphasizes the importance of sensitivity to word choice, cultural associations, and historical context in critically reading literature. The findings affirm that awareness of connotation is a vital tool for uncovering the complexity of literary meaning and broadening readers’ interpretive perspectives. Moreover, the study highlights the potential of semantic analysis to bridge linguistic and literary disciplines, fostering a more nuanced and interdisciplinary approach. Ultimately, it encourages deeper engagement with literature that transcends surface-level reading and embraces language’s rich capacity for meaning.
The Role of Semantic Ambiguity in Communication and Misunderstanding Indah Peronika Siahaan; Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik
Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.66867/yjssh.v1i2.151

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This article aims to explore the function of semantic ambiguity in natural language, focusing on how multiple meanings in words, phrases, or sentences can both facilitate and hinder communication. Using a literature-based approach, the study draws upon theories from linguistic semantics, philosophy of language, and cognitive psychology. The findings reveal that semantic ambiguity operates as a double-edged sword: while it enriches expression through symbolic flexibility and interpretive depth, it also poses a significant risk for misunderstanding, especially when contextual cues are limited or when interlocutors do not share cultural or cognitive frameworks. In digital and cross-cultural interactions, the lack of nonverbal cues and shared knowledge intensifies ambiguity. The study also highlights the difficulty artificial intelligence faces in handling semantic nuance, as machines often lack the inferential capacity to resolve ambiguity contextually. Thus, the paper underscores the importance of semantic awareness, meaning negotiation, and clarification strategies in managing ambiguity to support clear and adaptive communication.
Analysis of Sarcasm in Social Media Tweets Semantic Perspective Leony Sitorus; Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik
Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.66867/yjssh.v1i2.152

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This study investigates the phenomenon of sarcasm in social media, particularly on Twitter, through a semantic and ethnographic lens. The aim is to explore how semantic cues—such as lexical choices, tone, and context—help users recognize sarcastic intent in written digital communication. Employing an ethnographic research design, this study observes linguistic behavior in natural online settings by collecting primary data from selected sarcastic tweets and secondary data from related linguistic and communication studies. Data were gathered using purposive sampling of tweets that explicitly exhibit sarcastic language, followed by contextual observation and discourse analysis. The findings indicate that sarcasm on Twitter commonly relies on exaggerated positivity used in negative or frustrating contexts, lexical contrast, ironic tone, and punctuation cues such as exclamation marks or quotation marks. These patterns are often used to signal meaning that contradicts the surface expression. The study highlights that understanding sarcasm requires more than decoding words—it demands cultural, contextual, and pragmatic awareness. The ethnographic approach provides insight into how online communities use shared knowledge and social cues to interpret sarcastic content. This research emphasizes the need for language sensitivity in digital communication to reduce misinterpretation and foster more effective online interaction.
Implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka dalam Praktik Pembelajaran Merdeka Belajar Jesika Aprilian Purba Siboro; Helena Zepania Samosir; Fibra Ananta; Clara Theresia Lumbantoruan; Antonia Lioncun br. Sitorus; Christa Voni Roulina Sinaga
Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.66867/yjssh.v1i2.153

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This research aims to examine conceptually how the Independent Curriculum is implemented in learning practices in schools, especially in shaping student character through the dimension of the Pancasila Student Profile. This study uses a literature study method with a descriptive-qualitative approach, which combines the analysis of policy documents and the study of educational theory. The results of the study show that the Independent Curriculum presents a learning system that is oriented to the principle of "independent learning", which provides freedom for students to explore their potential according to their interests, talents, and learning needs. The teaching tools used, such as the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project, not only support academic aspects, but also instill spiritual, social, and moral values in depth. Thus, learning in the Independent Curriculum not only focuses on the transfer of knowledge, but also the formation of a whole human being who has a strong spiritual foundation and is able to contribute to the life of the wider society.
Deconstructing Duality: A Semiotic Analysis of Denotative and Connotative Meanings in Common English Proverbs Juni Sari Sianturi; Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik
Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.66867/yjssh.v1i2.154

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This study aims to analyze the denotative and connotative meanings embedded in common English proverbs through a semiotic perspective. Utilizing a descriptive qualitative approach with a library research design, the data were collected from various credible sources, including scholarly journals, proverb dictionaries, and relevant reference books. The analysis is grounded in Roland Barthes’ two-tiered model of signification, which differentiates between denotation (literal meaning) and connotation (implied or symbolic meaning). The findings demonstrate that English proverbs are not merely linguistic expressions, but also cultural artifacts that convey deeply rooted moral, social, and philosophical values. Through semiotic analysis, these layered meanings can be uncovered, revealing how proverbs function as representations of collective cultural consciousness. This research thus affirms that proverbs serve as both communicative tools and vessels of cultural identity.
The Effect of Semantic Ambiguity on Second Language Learners' Comprehension Diana Dian Sari Tampubolon; Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik
Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.66867/yjssh.v1i2.155

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This paper aims to examine the effect of semantic ambiguity on reading comprehension in second language (L2) learners. The type of research used is a literature study with a qualitative descriptive approach, which refers to various relevant sources that discuss lexical and structural ambiguity in the process of learning English as a foreign language. The findings in this study explain that semantic ambiguity significantly hinders reading comprehension, especially when learners encounter unfamiliar vocabulary or sentence structures with multiple meanings. Lexical ambiguity tends to be more difficult than structural ambiguity due to limited vocabulary acquisition and students' tendency to understand literal meaning. In addition, the lack of contextualized reading strategies exacerbates misunderstandings. Therefore, lessons that emphasize the practice of identifying and interpreting ambiguity, as well as strengthening inferential skills, are essential for improving reading comprehension ability in second language learning.
The Lexical Ambiguity in News Headlines of BBC World: Semantics Study Intan Cezya Sijabat; Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik
Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.66867/yjssh.v1i2.156

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This study investigates lexical ambiguity in the headlines of BBC World News by employing a media ethnography approach within qualitative research. Lexical ambiguity, particularly in the form of homonymy and polysemy, often arises in news headlines due to their concise and attention-grabbing nature. Such ambiguity can lead to multiple interpretations and potentially mislead readers, especially those who rely solely on the headline without reading the full article. The primary data consist of BBC World headlines published between 2023 and 2024, which were selected purposively based on their potential to contain ambiguous lexical items. Using semantic theories from Kreidler and Lyons, along with Roland Barthes’ semiotic model, the study classifies types of ambiguity and analyzes the denotative and connotative meanings embedded in each headline. The findings reveal that many BBC headlines contain ambiguous terms that require contextual and cultural knowledge for accurate interpretation. This research highlights how ambiguity functions not only as a linguistic phenomenon but also as a discursive strategy that reflects media ideology and influences public perception. The study contributes to linguistic and media literacy scholarship by encouraging critical awareness of language use in global news discourse.
A Semantic Analysis of Figurative Language in The Soundtrack of The Phantom of The Opera Aulia Monica Tambunan; Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik
Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.66867/yjssh.v1i2.157

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This study aims to examine the use of figurative language in The Phantom of the Opera by identifying its types and meanings through a semantic lens. Employing a qualitative descriptive design with a library research approach, the analysis focuses on selected dialogues and song lyrics from the film. The findings reveal five dominant types of figurative language—symbol, metonymy, personification, metaphor, and hyperbole. These figurative elements not only enhance the emotional depth of the characters but also enrich the artistic and narrative quality of the musical. The study concludes that figurative language plays a significant role in conveying complex emotions and underlying themes, thereby fostering a deeper appreciation of nonliteral meaning in musical storytelling.
The Application of Literal Meaning in Semantics to Enhance Vocabulary and Sentence Structure in Children's Speaking Skills Yuni Enjelina Napitupulu; Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik
Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.66867/yjssh.v1i2.158

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This study aims to examine how the application of literal meaning, as conceptualized in semantic theory, can support the development of children's speaking skills—specifically in enhancing vocabulary acquisition and sentence structure. Recognizing that early language learners often face challenges in selecting appropriate words and constructing grammatically accurate sentences, this research investigates the pedagogical potential of introducing literal meanings in language instruction. Employing a qualitative research design, data were collected through classroom observations and in-depth interviews with primary school teachers. The findings reveal that instructional strategies emphasizing the use of literal meanings help children comprehend vocabulary more clearly and construct more coherent sentences. These results highlight the significant role of semantic-based teaching approaches in improving clarity and linguistic accuracy in early language education.

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