The The Role of Tongue Twister to Improve the Students’ Speaking Skill

Abstract

Recently the ability to English speaking is very necessary since English has become a foreign language in Indonesia. A correct speech is become crucial to avoid misunderstanding conveying the information to the listener. Therefore, teaching English speaking is very necessary to the teacher in improving the students’ speaking skills. The main reason why learning to speak English is very difficult for the students is because students often use the Indonesian language (mother tongue) as the main language and are not accustomed to speaking in English in their daily life. One of the alternatives technique that can be used by the teacher is using tongue twister. The aims of this study is to explore about what are the problems that faced by the students while learning English speaking in Tongue Twister assisted. The classroom action research is a method that conducted in this research. There are two Cycles in this research and both of cycles showed of 77.14% of students has obtained a score of 75 and 77.13%. This result shows that the students have met the success criteria of the research and the students actively participate in the teaching and learning processes during English-speaking class.

Tongue Twister Method in Teaching Pronunciation: A Narrative Inquiry of Pre-Service English Teacher

“…In line with Mu'thi & Indah (2021) states that there are three benefits, namely making pronunciation and speaking more fluent, making learning pronunciation interesting and fun so that it makes it easier for students to understand learning material, and making pronunciation clearer and correct. the results obtained in this study are in line with research conducted by Yuniar et al (2021), Haz et al (2022), Shafika (2022), andCahyani &Panjaitan (2020) which state that tongue twisters are effective in improving language proficiency and speaking skills English.…”

“…The researchers utilised a method that is delightful for students with the purpose that students can learn speaking skills comfortably. Along with making learning simple, this also means that kids will not be disturbed to articulate the phrases incorrectly for nervousness or discomfort; instead, they will find it amusing and enjoy it (Yuniar et al, 2021). Yuniar's statement is also in line with Gonzales (2009), who believes that tongue twisters are entertaining exercises used in all language classes.…”

“…The tongue twister method effectively teaches speaking skills and significantly trains students' pronunciation to be clear and correct. According to Yuniar et al (2021), tongue twisters play a role in improving language skills. According to Juniarti et al, (2020) the use of tongue twisters as a fast, fun, and efficient vocal warm-up encourages students to improve their pronunciation and speaking style in English.…”

“…The previous study about this issue is the role of tongue twisters in improving the students' speaking skills (Yuniar et al, 2021). A similar study was also conducted by Haz et al (2022) who implemented the Tongue Twister Method to Improve English Pronunciation.…”

The Use of Brain Based Learning Strategies in Increasing Students’ Speaking Abilities at SMP Dunia Harapan Makassar

“…In addition, in learning English speaking by using tongue twister technique make the students more focus on one activity, because by practicing English speaking skill, the students will attract to practice more. Besides that, the tongue twister technique is enrolled as a new technique for the students in improving their speaking abilities Yuniar et al (2021). Therefore, integrating tongue twisters into English language learning can be beneficial for increasing students' speaking abilities.…”