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This research aims to analyze language variation, especially dialect, in the film Catatan Menantu Sinting and its influence on communication and relationships between characters in the family. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach with documentation techniques to observe the characters' conversations in the movie that contain dialect variations. The focus of the research is on the difference in dialect between the son-in-law character who uses standard Indonesian and the mother-in-law character who uses Minang dialect, as well as its impact on social and cultural relationships between family members. The results show that the use of dialect in this film serves as a tool to illustrate the differences in social status, education, and cultural identity of the characters, as well as enrich their characterization. Besides that, dialect variations also affect the dynamics of communication in the family, by creating tension or closeness between characters. The use of code switching between formal language and local dialect also illustrates social adaptation and attempts to create familiarity in family relationships. Overall, this study reveals that dialect not only functions as a tool of communication, but also as a reinforcement of characterization and social dynamics in films.

In the digital era that increasingly emphasizes human-computer interaction, the existence of an interface system that is not only functional but also able to understand the emotional state of the user is becoming increasingly important. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of empathetic interfaces in chatbot systems designed to respond adaptively to user moods. Empathetic chatbots are defined as artificial intelligence-based conversational agents that are able to recognize and adjust their verbal responses to user emotional expressions through linguistic analysis and non-verbal data such as response time and word choice. This study uses an experimental approach involving 60 participants from among students who interact with two types of chatbots: standard chatbots (non-empathetic) and empathetic chatbots. The analysis methods used include measuring the level of user satisfaction, empathy perception, and emotional comfort through a Likert scale questionnaire and quantitative data processing using a paired T-test.

This study explores the phenomenon of code-switching as portrayed in the Susah Sinyal movie. Code-switching is the practice of alternating between two or more languages within a single conversation, commonly done by bilingual individuals for different social and communicative reasons. The objective of this research is to examine the types of code-switching using the framework of Romaine (1989) and to describe its communicative functions based on the theory of Appel and Muysken (2006). The data were obtained from the movie using documentation techniques and analyzed using a descriptive qualitative method. The analysis revealed three types of code-switching, namely intra-sentential, inter-sentential, and tag-switching. Additionally, the study identified six functions of code-switching: referential, directive, expressive, phatic, metalinguistic, and poetic. Overall, the use of code-switching in Susah Sinyal movie demonstrates how the characters strategically shift between languages to clarify meaning, convey feelings, direct actions, maintain social bonds, reflect identity, and enhance expression, reflecting the dynamic nature of bilingual communication in Indonesian popular media.

In the digital era, podcasts have emerged as a powerful medium for in-depth conversations that allow speakers to address complex social, personal, and controversial issues. This study aims to analyze how Grice's Cooperative Principles are adhered to, flouted, or violated in Jansen Manangsang's episode on CURHAT BANG. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, selected transcripts will be examined to uncover patterns of conversational behavior that reveal how meaning is constructed and concealed in emotionally intense digital communication. The research highlights the complexity of pragmatic interpretation and underscores the importance of pragmatics theory in analyzing real-life, emotionally charged conversations in digital media. This research contributes to digital pragmatics by showing how language in controversial podcasts shapes public perception, manages emotion, and constructs social narratives.

Language is crucial for human interaction, making foreign language education, especially Japanese, increasingly vital in the global era. Indonesia holds the second-highest number of Japanese learners globally. This study evaluates SakuJapan, a Japanese learning application, to enhance basic Japanese skills among IPB Vocational School students. Using a quantitative descriptive approach with 20 students, data was collected via online questionnaires on usage, features, effectiveness, and motivation. Findings show SakuJapan is an effective and user-friendly tool; 75% of respondents regularly use features like Hiragana, Katakana, vocabulary, and practice questions. The application scored an average effectiveness of 4.3 out of 5, with 85% of users gaining confidence in basic Japanese. While generally well-received, suggestions include offline features, varied exercises, adjustable game difficulty, and more audio, daily conversations, and JLPT-standardized tests. These insights guide further development for a more comprehensive and adaptive learning platform.

The film The Devil Wears Prada portrays various aspects of hedonism, especially in the pursuit of pleasure, luxury, and social status. These behaviors are increasingly visible today, especially among Generation Z and people of all ages, where the desire for immediate gratification strongly influences lifestyle and personal choices. This growing presence of hedonistic values inspires the writers to explore the concept more deeply, aiming to understand how it shapes attitudes and decisions in contemporary society. The aim is to recognize and comprehend the different forms of hedonism depicted in the film. This study employs a qualitative explanation approach to examine the attitudes, conversations, and actions of the key characters: Miranda Priestly, Andrea Sachs, and Emily Charlton. The results indicate that six categories of hedonism arise, according to Weijers’ (2012) framework: folk hedonism (25%), value/prudential hedonism (20%), motivational hedonism (18%), normative hedonism (12%), egoist hedonism (15%), and utilitarian hedonism (10%). Among them, folk hedonism is the most common, particularly in characters that pursue immediate pleasure without considering the long-term consequences. The research finds that The Devil Wears Prada illustrates how hedonism affects character growth and choices, reflecting real-life patterns where immediate gratification frequently overshadows long-term repercussions.

Slang as an informal language variety has an important role in forming and reflecting the social identity of a group. This study discusses the function of primary slang as a reflection of friendship in an American teen comedy movie entitled Incoming released in 2024. This study aims to identify the form  of primary slangs used in the movie and analyze their functions in reflecting social relations between characters. The method used is descriptive qualitative with documentation techniques. Data are analyzed based on the context of conversations between characters in the movie with an emphasis on the social meaning in the use of primary slang based on the theory of Allan & Burridge (2006). Based on seven functions of slang, there are four functions identified in the analysis, consists of:  to initiate relaxed conversation, to adress, to reveal anger, and to show intimacy. Among the four functions, to initiate relaxed conversation is the most dominant function that appears. This shows that slang is widely used to maintain relaxed, familiar, and humorous interactions between friendly characters. On the other hand, the functions to express impressions, to humuliate, and to form intimate atmosphere were not found in the analyzed data.

This study aims to analyse the communication signs contained in the series Friends Season 5, Episode 15 entitled ‘Girl Who Hits Joey’ using semiotic analysis of Paul Ekman's Facial Action Coding System (FACS). This research uses descriptive qualitative method. The research data was obtained from the fifth season of the television sitcom America Friends aired on NBC from 24 September 1998 to 20 May 1999. Data collection techniques were reading, observation (watching) and note taking. Data analysis was done by data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results showed that in the television sitcom America Friends there is an explanation of the signs and meanings of expressions that are transparent in the continuity of the running of the communication represented through verbal and nonverbal signs. The values are expressed explicitly through conversations and monologues of the characters, and expressed implicitly through the actions and attitudes of the characters in living life. Thus, it can be concluded that through the medium of television sitcoms, Actors are able to convey these values and ensure that every emotion felt by their characters is perfectly expressed on their faces.

This study aims to describe the role and variation of Indonesian language used in various communication contexts. The focus of the study is how Indonesian language functions as an efficient communication medium and how language variation is adjusted to conditions, goals, and conversation partners. This study applies a qualitative descriptive approach with observation, interview, and documentation methods as a means of data collection. Data sources are obtained from language use in educational environments, mass media, and the wider community. The results of the study indicate that Indonesian language has instrumental, regulatory, interactional, personal, heuristic, imaginative, and representational functions. In addition, the language variations found include formal, non-formal, spoken, and written variations, each of which is applied according to the social and situational context. These findings show how important it is to understand the function and variation of language in improving language competence appropriately and effectively.

Deepfake technology, a product of artificial intelligence, is widely discussed by the public because of its sophistication in replacing the face of the original subject with the face of another subject in the form of a video or photo. This has been misused to create non-consensual pornographic content that has claimed many victims. Over time, this abuse has been facilitated by the spread of the Telegram conversation application. The abused content is then disseminated by the perpetrators on social media and traded. The research method used in this research is normative juridical research which aims to analyse existing regulations, as well as regulations needed to fill the legal vacuum. Moreover, in the case of crimes using AI, there is no specific regulation, so the vacuum has an impact on the lack of security and comfort for victims of deepfake porn. However, the ITE Law describes AI as electronic agents and electronic systems. Criminal law considers that AI is not a legal subject, so the responsibility for AI crimes is imposed on the users of AI technology itself, especially in the crime of deepfake porn.

. This research analyses the transformation of slang among Indonesian youth, particularly on the TikTok platform, as an indicator of shifts in communication and cultural trends. Using a qualitative approach and content analysis, this study focuses on the use of slang in TikTok comments to understand the meaning and context of frequently used terms. We randomly collected data from comments made by TikTok users who actively use slang. The analysis results show that the term "Btw" serves as an opener for a new conversation, "Ultah" is an abbreviation for "Ulang Tahun" (Birthday), "Candu" expresses a deep liking, and "Gemoy" describes something cute or adorable. The use of these terms reflects the rapidly evolving dynamics of language among the younger generation, showing how slang strengthens social interactions in the digital media. This research is expected to provide insights into the mindset and expressions of language speakers on social media, as well as encourage discussions on the preservation of the Indonesian language in the digital era.

The use of foreign languages in the hospitality industry is very important considering the development of globalization and the increasing need for cross-country communication. This article aims to analyze the implementation of the use and assess the effectiveness of the use of foreign languages in the hospitality department of STIEPAR YAPARI Bandung so that challenges and obstacles in learning and application can be identified which will affect the skills and readiness of students in the Hospitality Industry. The research method used in this study is through a descriptive quantitative approach using a survey questionnaire to students majoring in Hospitality. The results showed that foreign languages have been integrated in the hospitality study program, the use of foreign languages is implemented through practice-based learning, hotel service simulations, and conversation habituation in foreign languages. However, challenges such as lack of student motivation and limited practice environment are still encountered. The implications of this study suggest the need to increase the intensity of language practice with more interactive teaching methods, as well as the provision of facilities that support foreign language learning, in order to improve students' language skills in the field of hospitality and prepare them to face the demands of the global hospitality industry.

This research is a theological study of Job's suffering. In order to make this suffering relevant to believers, one of the books that attracts attention to be discussed is the book of Job. Job's story is still a topic of conversation to this day when someone faces suffering. Suffering can be experienced by humans, both men and women, both young and old, rich and poor, even children. Every Christian person or family must have faced tragedies in their own lives, for example death, loss of property, illness, economic crisis and ect. Job was a man who was pious, honest, feared God and shunned evil and could experience severe and extreme suffering. The goal is that Christians are motivated to persist in the faith, when suffering is unavoidable.                 Based on a theological study of the story of Job's suffering, several correct understandings of the emergence of suffering are obtained which are relevant for the lives of Christian families who experience suffering and strengthen Christian families who experience suffering. The Christian family cannot be separated from the reality of suffering and one day the Christian's faith will be tested by God. However, this suffering should make you increasingly know God and glorify Him.

This study aims to examine the application and deviation of conversational maxims in Grice's cooperative theory in the podcast "Sule and Rizwan". This podcast was chosen because it presents interactions full of humor, spontaneity, and communication dynamics that are interesting to study pragmatically. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with listening and note-taking techniques as data collection instruments. Data in the form of utterances containing maxims of quantity, quality, relevance, and method are analyzed based on Grice's cooperative principle. The results of the study show that the speakers in this podcast consciously or unconsciously apply the four Grice maxims, but also often deviate from them for the purpose of humor, satire, or dramatic effect. These deviations do not interfere with communication, but rather enrich the meaning and strengthen the appeal of the conversation. These findings indicate that violation of maxims in the context of entertainment is not a form of communication failure, but rather an effective pragmatic strategy.

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of Instagram social media as a means of disseminating tax information to Generation Z. In the context of the increasing use of social media by this generation of digital natives, the research focuses on five dimensions of effectiveness: participation, openness, conversation, community, and connectedness. The research method used is descriptive quantitative through an online survey using Google Form, which was conducted from November 2024 to February 2025 in the DKI Jakarta area. The sample consisted of 100 Generation Z respondents who actively use Instagram and have accessed tax content. The results showed that the five dimensions of effectiveness obtained an average value above 4.2 (very effective category), with an overall value of 4.29. This shows that Instagram is able to optimally convey tax information to Generation Z, mainly due to its visual and interactive format that suits the characteristics of this generation. In conclusion, Instagram is effective as a tax communication medium, but needs improvement in terms of interactive engagement and connection to official sources. This study suggests that the Directorate General of Taxes continue to develop communicative content, expand digital platforms, and consider a qualitative approach in future research.

This study aims to examine the urgency of mastering pragmatics for elementary school students in improving language skills. Pragmatics is a branch of linguistics that studies the use of language in social contexts and its influence on effective communication. This study is important because good pragmatics skills can help students communicate appropriately and effectively according to the social context. The method used is a literature review of various relevant sources regarding pragmatics and its application in language learning in elementary schools. The results of the study show that mastery of pragmatics has an important role for elementary school students, including: (1) improving the ability to communicate effectively and according to context; (2) developing social skills in interaction; (3) helping to understand the implied meaning in oral and writtencommunication; (4) improving the ability to interpret text comprehensively; and (5) being the foundation for the development of critical literacy. The implementation of pragmatics learning in elementary schools can be done through various approaches, such as contextual learning, role play, simple conversation analysis, and project-based learning. This study recommends the need to integrate pragmatics aspects in the Indonesian language learning curriculum in elementary schools to prepare students to become effective communicators in various social contexts.

This study explores the use of slang in the first episode of Season 1 of the television series Ginny & Georgia, focusing on identifying the types of slang employed by the characters and interpreting their meanings within conversational contexts. The research applies a descriptive qualitative approach, utilizing Allan and Burridge’s (2006) theory to categorize slang types and Leech’s (1981) theory of meaning to analyze their meanings. The analysis reveals five categories of slang: Fresh and Creative, Flippant, Imitative, Acronyms, and Clipping, with Flippant slang emerging as the most frequently used. Each slang term is examined for its contextual meaning, uncovering various types of meanings such as Conceptual, Connotative, Social, Affective, and Reflective Meanings. Based on the findings, Affective Meaning appears most prominently, reflecting the characters’ emotional tones and interpersonal dynamics. While some types of meanings like Collocative and Thematic Meaning were absent, the findings underscore how slang in the series operates beyond casual speech, serving as a linguistic tool to express identity, emotion, and cultural nuance.

This study uses a qualitative method to explore how social media listening, combined with a machine learning approach, can be utilized to predict consumer trends in modern marketing strategies. In today’s digital era, social media serves as a rich data source for capturing consumer preferences, needs, and behaviors in real time. With machine learning algorithms such as natural language processing (NLP) and sentiment analysis, data from platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok can be processed to identify patterns that indicate market trends. This approach not only enables companies to respond quickly to consumer dynamics but also allows them to craft more targeted and data-driven marketing strategies. This study examines five major brands that implement social media listening as part of their digital strategy by observing consumer conversations, dominant emotions, and viral issues. The findings show that the integration of social media listening and machine learning can serve as an effective predictive tool in developing adaptive and contextual marketing campaigns.

Most people do not know the legal basis for resolving traffic accidents that result in death through restorative justice (peaceful, family). Such a wrong public perception will cause great harm to the government's efforts to develop in the legal field, among other things, it can raise confusing questions. This study is a contribution of researchers' thoughts to participate in solving one of the legal problems that have long occurred in society. The research used is juridical-sociological or empirical research with a legal research approach. This research is an in-depth interview. The data collected are verbal and nonverbal. The conversation is recorded in a notebook or recorded with a tape recorder. The data is processed, analyzed and interpreted in a juridical-descriptive manner to explain or describe the data obtained by providing a logical interpretation and confirmed by the opinions of experts. The results of the study indicate that the causal factors or reasons for peaceful resolution or restorative justice of traffic accident cases resulting in fatalities at the Kupang City Police Resort are public legal awareness, public tendency to prioritize peace and family, and police discretionary authority. The practice of restorative justice resolution of traffic accident cases resulting in fatalities is carried out through the stages of the Approach Stage, Mediation Stage, Agreement Making Stage, Agreement Implementation Stage, and Completion and Case Closed Management.

This study aims to analyze the syntactic structure of sentences in english interactions between hotel receptionists and foreign guests. Specifically, it focuses on identifying sentence types, levels of sentence complexity, and syntactic functions that support professional communication at the reception desk. The data were collected from transcripts of 10 authentic interactions and 10 simulated conversations involving five professional hotel receptionists and five foreign guests with intermediate to advanced english proficiency. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, with audio recordings transcribed and analyzed to identify dominant syntactic patterns. The results revealed that simple and compound sentences were the most frequently used, particularly in greeting, offering assistance, and clarifying information. Complex sentences appeared more often in handling guest complaints and explaining hotel policies. These findings suggest that mastery of varied syntactic structures enhances communication effectiveness in hospitality services. The study’s results are expected to contribute to the development of teaching materials for reception courses and communication skills training for hotel receptionists in the hospitality industry.