The Speech Act and Communication Strategy in English Students Association (Case Study of the English Students Association Muhammadiyah University of Sidenreng Rappang)

Nur Rahmah Wahyuddin; Riska Arnas; Sam Hermansyah; Hamdi M. Daming

doi:10.36232/jurnalpendidikanbahasa.v10i2.7074

Nur Rahmah Wahyuddin Universitas Ichsan Sidrap
Riska Arnas Universitas Ichsan Sidrap
Sam Hermansyah Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidenreng Rappang
Hamdi M. Daming Universitas Ichsan Sidrap

DOI: https://doi.org/10.36232/jurnalpendidikanbahasa.v10i2.7074

Keywords: : Speech Act, Communication Strategy, English Students Association, Muhammadiyah University of Sidenreng Rappang

Abstract

This study aimed to 1) describe the types of speech acts used by members of the English Students Association (ESA), and 2) explore the communication strategies applied within the association. The research employed a descriptive qualitative method, with 20 ESA members as the subjects. The data collection techniques included observation, interviews, and questionnaires. The findings revealed that the members of ESA employed locutionary, illocutionary, and perlocutionary acts in their daily communication. Common speech acts identified included warning, requesting, inviting, suggesting, promising, refusal, and commanding. Furthermore, communication strategies such as politeness—both positive and negative—were evident, with members often using direct and indirect forms of communication to achieve their goals. The results also indicated that ESA members were interested in and actively engaged in utilizing speech acts and communication strategies in their interactions. This was evidenced by the average questionnaire score of 82.30, categorized as high interest. The findings suggest that understanding and applying speech acts and communication strategies enhance the effectiveness of communication within the organization.

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