International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies
International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies (IJCIS) is a peer-reviewed scientific journal published by the Department of Mandarin Education, Faculty of Languages and Arts, Universitas Negeri Surabaya (State University of Surabaya), Indonesia, since 2023. The journal employs a double-blind peer review process to ensure rigorous academic standards and publishes research articles, conceptual papers, and case studies focusing on the diverse intersections of Chinese language, literature, culture, and society. IJCIS welcomes manuscripts written in English and Mandarin, employing qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods approaches from scholars, practitioners, researchers, and students across the globe. To maintain scholarly excellence, every submission is reviewed by experts with relevant disciplinary expertise. The primary goal of IJCIS is to advance interdisciplinary scholarship by disseminating original and high-quality studies that integrate concepts, theories, and methodologies from multiple academic fields to deepen the understanding of China and the Chinese world. Articles are selected based on their theoretical significance, methodological rigor, and contribution to knowledge innovation in global Chinese studies. Focus and Scope IJCIS embraces an interdisciplinary approach, which integrates perspectives from the humanities, social sciences, education, arts, and applied sciences to explore issues related to China and Chinese culture in a holistic way. The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to, the following areas: Language and Linguistics: Phonology, Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, Pragmatics, Sociolinguistics, Applied Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition, Language Teaching and Assessment, Academic Writing. Learning and Educational Studies: Learning Methods, Learning Media, Pedagogical Innovation, Curriculum Design, Digital Learning, and Educational Technology related to Chinese language and culture. Comparative and Cross-Cultural Studies: Comparative Literature, Translation and Interpretation Studies, Intercultural Communication, and Cross-Cultural Pedagogy. Literature and the Arts: Classical and Modern Chinese Literature, Literary Theory and Criticism, Film and Drama Studies, Aesthetic Philosophy, and Cultural Adaptation. Chinese Culture and Humanities: Chinese Philosophy, Religion, History, Anthropology, Folklore, and Social Humanities. Society, Law, and Economy: Studies on Chinese society, governance, law, business, and economic development, including their influence and interaction in global contexts. Design, Media, and Creative Industries: Digital Media, Visual Communication, Cultural Production, Creative Economy, and Innovation in the Chinese cultural sphere. IJCIS welcomes any interdisciplinary research that connects China, Chinese people, or Chinese culture, whether through the lens of linguistics, education, law, design, economy, arts, or the humanities. As long as the study contributes to a deeper understanding of the Chinese world through cross-disciplinary integration, it aligns with the mission of this journal.
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<![CDATA[A Cross-Linguistic Perspective: A Comparative Study of Pronoun Usage in Chinese and Indonesian ]]>
<![CDATA[Rabbani, Dzun Nun Septin Renda]]>;
<![CDATA[Ren, Huiling]]>;
<![CDATA[Churotaayun, Elisa]]>;
<![CDATA[Putri, Aira Fitya]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): IJCIS ]]>
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DOI: 10.26740/ijcis.v2i2.38300
<![CDATA[The course paper is about the comparative analysis of pronouns in Chinese and Indonesian. In every language, pronouns are used to refer to people or things. My research method is to explain the types of pronouns in the two languages (Chinese and Indonesian), the usage structure of pronouns in sentences, and then conduct a comparative analysis. From the structure of the comparative analysis, I point out the similarities and differences between Chinese and Indonesian pronouns. In terms of demonstrative pronouns, Chinese has more demonstrative pronouns than Indonesian, and their forms are mostly the same. There are six types of interrogative pronouns in Chinese and Indonesian, but Chinese has more interrogative pronouns than Indonesian.]]>
<![CDATA[Naming Chinese Dishes in a Cognitive Semantic Perspective ]]>
<![CDATA[Herliana, Monika]]>;
<![CDATA[Somad, Saifus]]>;
<![CDATA[Utami, Rizki]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): IJCIS ]]>
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DOI: 10.26740/ijcis.v2i2.38667
<![CDATA[Naming Chinese dishes is a linguistic practice that not only reflects culinary aspects but also contains cognitive meanings related to society's culture, history, and social values . This article examines Chinese dish naming from a cognitive linguistics perspective, focusing on how language patterns create associations, symbolism, and representation in the choice of food names. The documentary video A Bite of China (舌尖上的中国 Shéjiān Shàng de Zhōngguó) is a documentary video that documents various kinds of dishes throughout China. Documentation takes the form of broadcasts about the origins of the dish as well as the history and culture of the dish. The author analyzes how cognitive concepts, such as metaphors and conceptual schemes, influence how society chooses and understands dish names. The study results show that naming Chinese dishes contains cognitive semantic meaning. In his analysis, the name functions as culinary identification and an imaging concept originating from the source and target domains to convey cultural narratives, symbolism, and specific values that are important in social life. By understanding this nomenclature, we can better appreciate the complexity of the interactions between language, culture, and cognition in constructing food meaning in Chinese culture.]]>
<![CDATA[Variations of Mandarin Slang on Weibo: A Linguistic Trend in Social Media ]]>
<![CDATA[Purnomo, Kezia Tabitha]]>;
<![CDATA[Masrur, Muhammad Farhan]]>;
<![CDATA[Alam, Catari]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): IJCIS ]]>
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DOI: 10.26740/ijcis.v2i2.39417
<![CDATA[Communication plays a vital role in human social interaction, with language serving as the primary tool for conveying messages, expressing identity, and shaping cultural development. Mandarin, as one of the most widely spoken languages, includes both formal and informal variations, such as slang. Slang is an evolving linguistic phenomenon that reflects social and cultural dynamics, particularly among young people. This study explores the characteristics, formation mechanisms, and social functions of Mandarin slang, with a focus on its usage on Weibo, one of China's most influential social media platforms. The research adopts a qualitative descriptive approach to analyze slang terms used in digital interactions between September and December 2023. The findings indicate that slang in Mandarin follows various linguistic patterns, including phonetic changes, abbreviations, metaphors, loanwords, and morphological adaptations. Additionally, slang serves multiple functions, such as strengthening social identity, fostering group cohesion, and enabling creative self-expression. Weibo significantly contributes to the dissemination and evolution of slang, as public figures, celebrities, and media organizations actively engage in language innovation through their posts. This study provides insights into the dynamic role of digital platforms in shaping modern language trends and highlights the impact of slang on communication patterns among Chinese youth.]]>
<![CDATA[The Effect of Using Wipe Clean Flash Cards on the Ability to Construct Simple Mandarin Sentences among Grade XI-10 Students at SMA Negeri 1 Lamongan ]]>
<![CDATA[Februani, Mila Budi]]>;
<![CDATA[Mintowati, Mintowati]]>;
<![CDATA[Propungsri, Plernpit]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): IJCIS ]]>
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DOI: 10.26740/ijcis.v2i2.41297
<![CDATA[Learning media serve as tools to convey messages (learning material) in teaching and learning activities. Without the use of instructional media, the learning environment becomes monotonous, leading to a lack of focus and student interest in the material presented. This, in turn, affects student learning outcomes. This study was motivated by several problem findings, including frequent errors in constructing simple Mandarin sentences, lack of student attention during lessons, and low interest in Mandarin subjects. The aim of this study is to examine the effect of using wipe clean flash cards on students' ability to construct simple Mandarin sentences. This research is a pre-experimental study with a quantitative approach using a one-group pretest-posttest design. The sample consisted of the entire population of class XI-10, with 18 female and 20 male students at SMA Negeri 1 Lamongan. The independent variables were the use of wipe clean flash cards and teaching implementation. The dependent variable was the ability to construct simple Mandarin sentences. Data were collected through observation, tests, and student response questionnaires. Instruments included observation sheets, test questions, and response questionnaires. Data were analysed using statistical techniques. The results showed a significant effect, with the average pretest score at 51.2 and posttest at 78.8. A t-test revealed a calculated t-value of 8.97, which exceeded the critical value of 1.69 at the 5% significance level (α = 0.05; df = 37), indicating that H₀ is rejected and Hₐ is accepted. It can be concluded that the use of wipe clean flash cards significantly affects the ability to construct simple Mandarin sentences.]]>
<![CDATA[The Use of Mystery Envelope Game in Learning to Write Simple Mandarin Sentences among Twelfth Grade Students at SMA Insan Cendekia Syech Yusuf Gowa ]]>
<![CDATA[Nurmiati, Nurmiati]]>;
<![CDATA[Mannahali, Misnah]]>;
<![CDATA[Noni, Nur Nasharuddin]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): IJCIS ]]>
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DOI: 10.26740/ijcis.v2i2.43582
<![CDATA[This study investigates the implementation of the Mystery Envelope game as an interactive method to enhance Mandarin sentence-writing skills among twelfth-grade students at Insan Cendekia Syech Yusuf Senior High School, Indonesia. Students commonly face difficulties in constructing grammatically correct and coherent Mandarin sentences, despite strong memorization abilities, especially those from Islamic boarding school backgrounds. This research uses Classroom Action Research (CAR) across two cycles, applying both qualitative and quantitative methods, including observation sheets, field notes, and pre- and post-tests. The Mystery Envelope game involved students forming sentences from randomly selected Mandarin words contained in envelopes, encouraging critical thinking and grammar application in a fun, student-centered environment. Results revealed a significant improvement in writing ability: the average score increased from 86,5 in Cycle I to 87,6 in Cycle II. Students demonstrated better understanding of sentence structure, vocabulary usage, and confidence in writing. The study concludes that the Mystery Envelope game is an effective, engaging instructional strategy for improving Mandarin writing skills, particularly in constructing simple sentences. It also enhances student motivation, participation, and language mastery through active learning techniques.]]>
<![CDATA[词汇搜索游戏法对X小学四年级学生汉语阅读能力的有效性: The Effectiveness of the Vocabulary Search Game Method on Mandarin Vocabulary Reading Competence in Grade 4 Students of SD X Surabaya ]]>
<![CDATA[Ardian, Dionisius]]>;
<![CDATA[Apriana, Maria]]>;
<![CDATA[Leonardo, Ong Peter]]>;
<![CDATA[Fu, Yibo]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): IJCIS ]]>
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DOI: 10.26740/ijcis.v2i2.43920
<![CDATA[小学学校教授普通话，它是继英语之后的第二大国际语言。学生在学习普通话的过程中面临着许多挑战，其中之一是阅读能力。然而，如果教师选择并实施适当的方法，学生的学习动力和热情将会更加提高。本研究将探讨词汇搜索游戏法在提升泗水X小学四年级学生词汇阅读能力方面的有效性。本研究采用实验法，并进行前测和后测，采用定量方法和游戏法。结果表明，游戏法学习汉语词汇更为有效，因为它可以提高泗水X小学四年级学生的学习成果。这种游戏教学法比课堂讲授更有效，因为学生常常对学习过程觉得无聊，从而失去兴趣。游戏教学法可以改变学习方式，帮助学生理解并培养学习兴趣。此外，游戏并非个人活动，而是一项多人参与的小组活动。小组游戏具有诸多益处，有助于与他人建立积极的关系。小组游戏的许多积极方面也有助于学生的成长和发展。我们也可以看出，学生通过这种游戏式学习方式的学习效果有所提升。预前测结果也证明了这一点，当时只有两名学生达到了最低完成标准，占全班学生的7.14%。然而，在使用游戏发之后，通过的学生人数增加到22人，占全班学生的78.58%，增加了71.44%.现有数据表明，采用这种游戏方式非常有效，提高了学生学习普通话的兴趣。 Mandarin is taught in primary schools and it is the second most popular international language after English. Students face many challenges in learning Mandarin, one of which is reading ability. However, if teachers choose and implement appropriate methods, students' motivation and enthusiasm will be improved. This study will explore the effectiveness of the vocabulary search game method in improving the vocabulary reading ability of fourth-grade students in X Primary School, Surabaya. This study adopts an experimental method and conducts pre-tests and post-tests, using quantitative methods and game methods. The results show that the game method is more effective in learning Chinese vocabulary because it can improve the learning outcomes of fourth-grade students in X Primary School, Surabaya. We can also see that students have improved their learning outcomes through this game-based learning method. This was also confirmed by the pre-test results, when only two students reached the minimum completion standard, accounting for 7.14% of the class. However, after using the game, the number of students who passed increased to 22, accounting for 78.58% of the class, an increase of 71.44%. The existing data shows that this game-based approach is very effective and has increased students' interest in learning Mandarin.]]>
<![CDATA[The Sinicization Path of English Loanwords in Social Media: A Case Study of Weibo ]]>
<![CDATA[Dina, Harisa Ismi]]>;
<![CDATA[Hu, Yifan]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): IJCIS ]]>
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DOI: 10.26740/ijcis.v2i2.44051
<![CDATA[This study takes the Weibo platform as a case to explore the Sinicization pathways of English loanwords in the context of social media. The core question addressed is: how do adaptation mechanisms of loanwords operate in this rapidly changing digital environment, and how does social media accelerate their localization? The study aims to reveal the influence mechanisms of social media on the dissemination and adaptation of loanwords and to analyze language innovation behaviors among young user groups. Employing a qualitative descriptive method, this research analyzes 150 English loanwords collected between October and December 2024. Based on Miao’s theory of loanword adaptation, the findings indicate that phonetic transcription (83 instances) is the most prevalent Sinicization strategy. Semantic transcription (32 instances) and hybrid loanwords (26 instances) reflect the unique characteristics of the Chinese character system. The study concludes that social media significantly accelerates the spread and localization of loanwords and highlights the leading role of young users in language evolution. This research provides valuable empirical insights for cross-cultural communication and language planning.]]>
<![CDATA[散居叙事研究：许平和《百良保剑故事》中的华人文化身份 ]]>
<![CDATA[Damayanti, Anis Kusumaningrum]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): IJCIS: INTERNATIONAL ARTICLE CONTEST ]]>
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DOI: 10.26740/ijcis.v3i1.45427
<![CDATA[本研究以许平和的小说《百良宝剑故事》为研究对象，探讨散居文学中所体现的华人文化身份建构问题。通过文本细读和叙事分析，本文旨在揭示离散叙事如何表现文化认同的复杂性及其演变路径。研究采用文化研究与族裔认同理论相结合的方法，分析文本中人物身份、传统文化元素及历史叙述。研究发现，该小说通过神话再造、历史追忆和个体命运的交错叙述，展示了海外华人在族群归属与文化传承之间的张力与调和。结论指出，《百良保剑故事》不仅反映了海外华人文化身份的多重性，也揭示了文化认同在跨文化交流中不断协商与重构的过程。]]>
<![CDATA[Literature Study on the Utilization of Audiovisual Media in Hànzì Learning in the Digital Era ]]>
<![CDATA[Khasanah, Nurul]]>;
<![CDATA[Hidayah, Nur Muji Arti]]>;
<![CDATA[Latuharhary, Jennica Debby Verima]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): IJCIS: INTERNATIONAL ARTICLE CONTEST ]]>
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DOI: 10.26740/ijcis.v3i1.45428
<![CDATA[All students will go through hànzì study as part of their Chinese language proficiency journey. Hànzì learning is frequently seen by students as a challenging aspect of learning Chinese, particularly when it comes to writing and character recognition. As the digital age progresses, Hànzì learning is being improved through the use of audiovisual materials including cartoon movies, animated videos, and online resources like YouTube. This study aims to provide a thorough analysis of the literature on the use of audiovisual materials for Hànzì learning at different educational levels. Researching the literature by examining pertinent papers, journals, and reports was the approach taken. The findings of this study demonstrate that audiovisual materials are a successful teaching tool for Mandarin throughout a range of educational levels, from early childhood education to vocational schools. For elementary school students, animated movies and music videos enhance vocabulary acquisition; they receive an average score of 90–100 and complete them all. 90% of Vocational High School students acknowledge the value of YouTube videos like Little Fox Chinese, which aid in pronunciation and contextual comprehension. Over 80% of youngsters in early childhood education centers surpassed the competency level by watching educational films.]]>
<![CDATA[From Economic Boom to Linguistic Bloom: China's Growth and the Global Rise of Mandarin ]]>
<![CDATA[Hartono, Joshua Nathanael]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Chinese Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): IJCIS: INTERNATIONAL ARTICLE CONTEST ]]>
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DOI: 10.26740/ijcis.v3i1.45429
<![CDATA[This research is describing about the phenomenon of China's rapid economic growth that is also strengthening the official Chinese currency (RMB) in worldwide and explores the supporting factor of the rapid growing economics. China is one step away from becoming the world leader surpassing America which has rule the world since 1898. The main findings indicate China’s will to became the next world dominant by focusing on infrastructure, investment, and trade expansion that made Yuan’s position higher every year. The president of China, Xi Jinping launched a Belt and Road initiative which is a global infrastructure development strategy adopted by the government of China in 2013 to invest in more than 150 countries and international organizations The conclusion of this study is that Mandarin is becoming as important as English because of the country economic influence and will be crucial in business communication and diplomacy. China’s ambition is also being supported by the formation of BRICS in 2009 for cooperation among a group of leading emerging economies.]]>
