Adjectives of friendly facial expression in banyumas javanese
Ethnosemantic study
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Adjective, Facial Expression, Banyumas JavaneseAbstract
This article examines the linguistic representation of friendly facial expressions in Banyumas Javanese, focusing on the adjectives used to describe these expressions. The study reveals a rich array of adjectives, including grapyak, sumreseh, sumanak, kumakaruh, sumringah, sumeh, blere, bingar, angkuh, ambek, anggak, mrengut, mbesengut, surem, and sumpek, which convey subtle nuances of meaning that are often challenging to translate into other languages. Employing a descriptive research design, this study systematically analyzes linguistic data to develop a comprehensive lexicon of friendly adjectives in Banyumas Javanese, as indicated by facial expressions. A qualitative approach, incorporating content analysis techniques, is used to draw inferences from the data, taking into account the cultural context. The findings highlight the significance of hospitality in Banyumas Javanese culture, as evidenced by the numerous adjectives used to describe friendly and unfriendly facial expressions, which underscores the importance of human character in this cultural context.
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