Abstract:Wangsalan is one of the unique and complex language styles in Javanese language. The uniqueness of wangsalan can be seen from its structure and way of producing. The structure of wangsalan consists of bebuka or opening and content. The opening of wangsalan is in the form of cangkriman or riddle while the content contains a message from the speaker. There is no relationship of meaning between riddle and content, except for its relationship of form. Relationship of form lies on the answers of the riddle and the … Show more
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