Slang Created and Used in 1Cak.com Site: A Sociolinguistics Study

Abstract

This research investigated the slang created based on word formation processes as well as a its functions, and to describe the social factors influencing the existence of slang. The form of this research was qualitative method which resulted in descriptive data. The data were collected by using observations method (screenshot) on the meme or posts which follow certain postings of pictures. Then, it was followed by full observation method for there to be no interference from the researcher on the data collected. The data were taken from ‘trending’ and ‘legend’ posts in 1cak.com site. The focus of the research was on the analysis of slang by describing its word formation processes and functions. In this research, first, it is found that some of the types of slang words formation processes according to Yule are used in 1cak.com. They are clipping, blending, borrowing, acronyms, initials, and derivation by adding with specific affixes (suffix). Second, it is found that there are two additional functions of slang language to add to what Coleman has proposed; that there are 26 reasons why people use slang, such as mocking and praising. The social factors proposed by Johnstone & Marcellino in Speaking Hymes theory also influence the appearance and existence of slang. Social factors and situational factors that influence the use of language cause variations in language.

Analysis of Slang Words Formation Found in the Lyrics of Drake’s Songs

“…Blending process also appeared in the research conducted by Harared (2018) as well as Haspo and Rosa (2018).…”

“…This research finds out that clipping is the most dominant process that appears in the lyrics of Drake's songs (52 slang words or 27% of the total data). Similarly, both Haspo & Rosa (2018) and Harared (2018) find out that clipping process is also the most dominant process that appears in 1cak.com site and Eminem song lyrics. This finding implies that slangs that are commonly found and used nowadays are in the form of clipped form of certain words.…”

“…Coinage process also appears in the research conducted by Haspo and Rosa (2018). However, it does not appear in the research conducted by Harared (2018).…”

“…It becomes an interesting and worth matter to explore and investigate the slang words used as well as their word formation processes in song lyrics. There were several studies having been conducted to investigate slang words, namely; the investigation of slang words created and used in 1CAK.com site by Harared (2018) and investigation of slang words found in song lyrics of Eminem on Album Kamikaze by Haspo & Rosa (2018). These previous studies investigated the word formation process using the theory proposed by Yule (2006).…”

Exploring the word formation process on Rich Brian�s official music video comments

“…In line with it, Harared and Iriyansah (2019) found that the slang word's social function became the reason for slang user convey the slang word. Besides, Harared (2018) explains that slang word's social function is vital since it provokes strong emotion among the groups regarding their closeness and encourages hostility for those who do not share the same slang. In other words, many online communications flow deeper and more expressive because it is frequently done in a group with the same interest.…”