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LITE: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya
Published by Universitas Dian Nuswantoro
ISSN : 19073607     EISSN : 25489488     DOI : -
Core Subject : Humanities, Art,
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Cross-cultural pragmatics of political apologies: Face management and image restoration in public scandals Nur Lailiyah; Farida Indri Wijayanti; Favorita Kurwidaria; Galuh Kirana Dwi Areni; Monika Widyastuti Surtikanti
LITE: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya Vol. 22 No. 1 (2026): March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33633/lite.v22i1.12767

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This study investigates the pragmatic dimensions of political apologies in the context of public scandals, with particular emphasis on face management strategies and image restoration efforts. Drawing upon Brown, et al. (2023) politeness theory and Benoit’s (2022) image restoration theory, this study analyzes 50 political apologies delivered by politicians from five democratic countries the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Japan, and Australia between 2013 and 2023. Data were collected from official transcripts, video recordings, and media coverage, and were examined through the lens of critical discourse analysis. The findings reveal significant variations in both linguistic and non-linguistic strategies. American politicians tend to emphasize personal responsibility and corrective actions. In the United Kingdom, apologies are more implicit, often centering on expressions of regret. French politicians frequently contextualize wrongdoing within broader socio-political discourses. In Japan, apologies typically involve profound gestures and expressions of shame. Meanwhile, Australian politicians often employ self-deprecating humor to diffuse tension. This study contributes to a cross-cultural understanding of face management in political discourse and highlights the importance of cultural intelligence in global crisis communication. The practical implications include guidelines for crafting culturally sensitive apologies to enhance the effectiveness of image restoration efforts for politicians in the aftermath of scandals.
Pragmatic analysis of flexing through impression management in the television series Suits Shelly Salammah; Mangatur Nababan; Agus Hari Wibowo
LITE: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya Vol. 22 No. 1 (2026): March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33633/lite.v22i1.13082

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Flexing, commonly understood as showing off material possessions or achievements, has gained prominence in social interactions, particularly among youth. This study examines flexing from a pragmatic perspective, applying Goffman's Impression Management theory to analyze the linguistic strategies employed in the television series Suits. Using qualitative descriptive methods, the research identifies various impression management tactics such as ingratiation, intimidation, self-promotion, exemplification, and supplication as manifested in characters' dialogues. The findings reveal that flexing is a complex communicative strategy for constructing and negotiating social identity and status through language rather than merely superficial boasting. This linguistic approach enriches existing literature focusing on psychological and sociological aspects by highlighting language as a performative tool in social hierarchy reproduction. Moreover, the study discusses the educational implications of flexing behaviours in shaping student social dynamics and suggests pedagogical strategies for educators to foster healthier communication environments. Limitations include reliance on fictional media as data sources, warranting further empirical research in real educational contexts. This research contributes to the interdisciplinary understanding of communication, pragmatics, and education in the digital age.
Learning from the internship: Integrating Japanese corporate needs with the curriculum design of the Japanese Study Program Akhmad Saifudin; Bayu Aryanto; Fira Adelia Putri Febriyawati; Deny Kristiadi; Jeminika Isyamy Esika
LITE: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya Vol. 22 No. 1 (2026): March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33633/lite.v22i1.13695

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This study examines how empirical data derived from internship programs in Japan can be systematically utilized to integrate Japanese corporate needs into the curriculum design of Japanese Studies programs in Indonesia. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach with an exploratory orientation, the research involved field monitoring, semi-structured interviews with Japanese host company representatives, Indonesian internship students, and intermediary agencies (kumiai), as well as document analysis of internship evaluations and curriculum materials. The findings reveal that Japanese companies prioritize competencies beyond linguistic proficiency, particularly professionalism and work ethics, workplace cultural literacy, strategic communication skills, and psychosocial readiness. The study further identifies a significant mismatch between language-oriented curricula and the multidimensional competencies required in Japanese workplace contexts. Through thematic analysis, four core competency domains were formulated: professionalism and work ethics, workplace cultural literacy, strategic communication, and mental readiness and adaptability. These competencies constitute the empirical basis for an industry-integrated curriculum model that positions internship programs not merely as experiential learning activities but also as continuous feedback mechanisms for curriculum development. The novelty of this study lies in its institutional and curriculum-oriented reconceptualization of internship programs by integrating industry expectations, student experiences, and intermediary agency perspectives into a unified curriculum framework. The findings contribute to studies on work-integrated learning and curriculum internationalization and provide practical implications for Japanese Studies programs seeking to align academic preparation with global workplace demands.
Romantic subjectivity and the endeavor to become a female travel writer in Sangkala di Langit Andalusia by Hanum Salsabiela Risma Nur Rahmawati
LITE: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya Vol. 22 No. 1 (2026): March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33633/lite.v22i1.14011

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This study examines how Hanum Salsabiela reveals herself while in Spain, based on her work entitled "Sangkala di Langit Andalusia-SLA" (2022), published by Republika. SLA can be categorized as a travel writing genre because it is based on the author’s real experiences in a foreign land (Spain). The author reports the places she visited from her own perspective. In addition, SLA can be regarded as postcolonial travel writing because it is produced by writers from formerly colonized regions. While colonial travel writing positions the East as the object of study, Hanum’s work presents a subject from the postcolonial world interpreting the West, Europe. This study employed a qualitative research design. The data were collected through textual observation and note-taking techniques and analyzed using the travel writing paradigms proposed by Thompson and Mills. The findings indicate that Hanum Salsabiela can be categorized as a Romantic Subject or Romantic Self in her travel narrative of Spain. The author not only presents what she observes but also interweaves her personal emotions into the narrative. Moreover, SLA demonstrates the author’s significant endeavors as a female travel writer through the incorporation of dakwah, Islam, and the use of Spanish language elements.
The Pragmatic functions of bikago in Japanese honorific speech: Evidence from the drama Asa ga Kita Elisa Carolina Marion; Angelina Jane Setiawati
LITE: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya Vol. 22 No. 1 (2026): March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33633/lite.v22i1.15077

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This study investigates bikago, a type of keigo or honorific form in Japanese, as represented in the historical drama Asa ga Kita. The primary aim is to analyze the use of bikago in relation to the five communicative elements proposed by Kabaya: interpersonal relationships (ningen kankei), place (ba), feelings (kimochi), content (nakami), and delivery form (katachi). Drama Asa ga Kita narrates the story of a tomboyish young woman who enter the male dominated business world during a time of significant social change in Meiji period. This study employs a descriptive qualitative approach, applying thematic analysis to selected dialogues. The findings reveal that bikago frequently appears in contexts with ba levels of 0 or +1, exerting particular influence on the nakami element of communication. Moreover, while some words retain their meaning without bikago, others require the prefixes o- or go- to be meaningful and appropriately interpreted. The results further demonstrate that these prefixes function not only morphologically but also pragmatically, serving as strategies to mark politeness, convey emotion, and construct social identity. Datas from the drama illustrate how bikago is strategically employed across different interpersonal relationships, settings, and communicative purposes, thereby reflecting the cultural expectations of the Meiji period. Theoretically, this study contributes to Japanese pragmatics by situating bikago within broader discussions of identity, gender, and social status. Practically, the findings highlight the importance of incorporating bikago into Japanese language pedagogy to enhance learners’ pragmatic competence and cultural awareness.
The Representation of the matrialineal tribe in Indonesia: A cultural study of selected Minangkabau Novels Lulu Fahkrunisa; Mark Anthony G Moyano; Michael S. Naidas
LITE: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya Vol. 22 No. 1 (2026): March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33633/lite.v22i1.15346

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This study examines the evolving representation of gender roles and cultural identity within the Minangkabau matrilineal system through a critical analysis of three seminal Indonesian novels three Indonesian novels: Siti Nurbaya, Never the Twain, and The Land of Five Towers. Employing a qualitative-interpretive method grounded in Gramsci’s theory of cultural hegemony, the research analyzes how power relations, traditions, and ideological negotiations are reflected across colonial and modern contexts. The findings reveal a significant transformation in gender representation. Women are initially portrayed as moral anchors bound by adat (customary law) and sacrifice, but later emerge as visionary figures who guide families toward a synthesis of tradition and modernity. Meanwhile, men negotiate their peripheral domestic role through merantau (migration), which functions as a counter-hegemonic strategy enabling them to gain intellectual and social capital. Furthermore, the study highlights the evolving relationship between adat and Islam, shifting from conflict toward a hybrid hegemony encapsulated in the philosophy Adat Basandi Syarak, Syarak Basandi Kitabullah. The study concludes that contemporary Minangkabau identity reflects a resilient integration of matrilineal tradition, Islamic values, and global modernity, as represented in literary discourse.
Instrument testing for descriptive text writing on the cosmological axis of Yogyakarta and its historical landmarks for BIPA level 5 Nova Diadara; Rosita Rahma; Yulianeta Yulianeta; Halimah Halimah
LITE: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya Vol. 22 No. 1 (2026): March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33633/lite.v22i1.15438

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BIPA learning is inseparable from cultural learning. This study aims to validate and test a writing instrument for descriptive texts containing the tourism of the Cosmological Axis of Yogyakarta for BIPA Level 5. The novelty of this research lies in the integration of the historical-cultural values of the Cosmological Axis into an authentic portfolio writing-based assessment for foreign learners. This study uses the ADDIE Research and Development (R&D) model with an exploratory descriptive approach. The research subjects consisted of three expert validators, two academics who are competent in the fields of Indonesian language teaching, assessment, or BIPA curriculum, and one BIPA practitioner who is experienced in managing productive learning. In addition, two BIPA Level 5 students were involved as limited trial participants. The validation analysis results indicate that the developed instrument consistently falls into the feasible to highly feasible categories across all expert validators. Furthermore, the limited trial results prove that this instrument is effective; the learners were able to follow the portfolio writing process well and correctly understand the cultural concepts of the Cosmological Axis of Yogyakarta. Theoretically, this research contributes to enriching the literature on the development of BIPA assessments integrated with local culture (the Cosmological Axis of Yogyakarta) and digital media (Notion). Practically, this instrument serves as a valid and comprehensive evaluation tool for teachers, and can be utilized as an independent learning resource for BIPA Level 5 learners.
Voices, signs, and symbols: Strategies for effective English learning among students with special needs Ida Ismiyati; Imroatul Ma’fiyah
LITE: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya Vol. 22 No. 1 (2026): March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33633/lite.v22i1.15530

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This study explores the communication strategies employed in English language learning for students with special needs (CWSN) at SLB ABCD Tunas Pembangunan 2. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through classroom observations, in-depth interviews, and conversation analyses. The research identifies the use of multimodal strategies, echolalia, code-switching, code-mixing, sign language, real-object visualization, and kinesthetic activities as crucial for facilitating vocabulary comprehension and active participation among diverse CWSN groups, including students with intellectual disabilities, hearing impairments, ADHD, and ASD. Findings reveal that integrating these strategies—rather than their isolated use—enhances understanding, engagement, and inclusivity in the learning process. The study underscores the importance of considering students’ socio-cultural backgrounds, individual needs, and real-life experiences in designing effective pedagogical interventions. It contributes both practically, by offering guidance for teachers and curriculum developers, and theoretically, by expanding insights into multimodal communication as a holistic approach to inclusive education for CWSN.
Cultural construction of religious tolerance in urban socio-cultural change: Evidence from Salatiga, Indonesia Sukardi Sukardi; Muhammad Wildan; Badrun Badrun
LITE: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya Vol. 21 No. 2 (2025): September
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33633/lite.v21i2.15799

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This study examines how religious tolerance is culturally constructed amid ongoing socio-cultural changes in Salatiga, Indonesia. Existing academic studies on pluralism in Indonesia generally emphasize theological discourse and institutional dialogue, resulting in limited empirical attention to the everyday cultural processes that support interreligious harmony. Using a qualitative interpretive design, data from in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis involving seven interreligious informants were analyzed through interpretive thematic analysis. Findings indicate that tolerance is produced through routine social interactions, shared communal practices, and Islamic ethical values embedded in culture, while globalization, urbanization, and the circulation of digital religion generate new symbolic tensions that require ongoing negotiation. This study demonstrates that religious tolerance operates as an adaptive cultural process that connects ethical religion, lived social practices, and socio-cultural transformation, offering a contextual theoretical model of culturally rooted plural coexistence in late modern urban societies.
Social–cultural impacts of Bugis-Makassar diaspora in Malaysia (1666–1669) Nahdia Nur; Mahadirin Hj. Ahmad; Taqdir Taqdir
LITE: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya Vol. 22 No. 1 (2026): March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33633/lite.v22i1.15886

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This study investigates the Bugis–Makassar diaspora in Malaysia during 1666–1669 and its role in shaping socio-cultural relations in the Malay Peninsula. The research aims to identify the factors driving the migration, describe the settlement and interaction patterns that formed in the region, and analyze the long-term socio-cultural impacts of the diaspora. Using a qualitative method with a historical and descriptive-analytical approach, the study draws on primary sources such as colonial archives, historical documents, and manuscripts, supported by secondary sources including scholarly books and academic studies. Data were examined through heuristics, source criticism, interpretation, and historiography. The results show that the Bugis–Makassar diaspora developed extensive settlement and trade networks in major coastal centers such as Johor, Selangor, Kedah, and Riau. Their interactions with local Malay communities facilitated cultural exchange through intermarriage, shared traditions, and the emergence of hybrid identities. The diaspora also strengthened regional economic activity through maritime trade, resource management, and the transfer of navigational and craftsmanship knowledge. These processes produced lasting socio-cultural linkages between Indonesia and Malaysia, visible in shared cultural practices and intergenerational continuity within Bugis communities in Malaysia. The originality of this study lies in its comprehensive historical analysis that positions diaspora as a transformative socio-cultural force rather than a mere population movement, offering insights into the role of migration in shaping long-term regional connections in Southeast Asia.

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