INTRODUCTION
Indonesian is a
national language whose function is to connect or as a communication medium
that has an important role in delivering information. Accuracy in language will
affect the truth of information. Therefore, discussing things that can harm the
sustainability of the language�in this case, good and correct Indonesian�should
be a topic that must be highlighted. Humans cannot live without language, and
all human activities need language. Humans can express their intentions, share
experiences, and improve their intellectual abilities through language.
Language is the most important aspect of life that must be fulfilled properly.
This means that language must be treated according to their respective
positions. Code-mixing refers to the use of a single word from one language
within the syntax of another (Rahimi, 2014).
Mixing language codes will also cause confusion that interferes with the
fluency of the language in carrying out its duties as a transmitter of
information in the community (Safika, 2020).
The use of good and
correct language is a consequence of a formal or official situation in the
language environment. In communication words, removing the semantic
differentiation that they encode is likely to be very detrimental. Insights
along these lines have been presented in previous research (Brochhagen
& Boleda, 2022). Thus, language must
also pay attention to the situation and conditions experienced. Which language
will be prioritized in a forum depends on the situation of the forum. Many difficulties
become language problems, such as code-mixing, code-switching, integration,
intervention, and the use of slang that are already rife in various written and
spoken languages. This unfavorable situation led to
the emergence of slang which quickly spread among the public, especially the
D-3 Accounting Students at the Medan State Polytechnic. This shows that the
influence of things related to existence always wins over other aspects.
Language variation or
variety is one of the main topics in linguistic studies. These variations
emerge based on the factors that influence them (Saddhono & Wijana, 2011). Sociolinguistics,
which studies the variety of languages in society, is inseparable
from the emergence of new languages that are popular and
ingrained in society. Slang emerged because of the need for self-expression of
the D-3 Accounting Students at Politeknik Negeri Medan and even others to show themselves in society.
A person who uses slang often forgets that circumstances gradually fade his
identity. Slang does not always have a negative connotation. However, it is
true that if the existing boundaries are not properly maintained, it will go
too far and cause a loss of appetite for the main language itself.
Previous study
concerning the use of slang language show that the existence of slang is in
fact highly distressing for Indonesian. On the other hand, prevention is
impossible, particularly among children and teenagers. Because their
psychological development necessitates that they be acknowledged by society,
and one way to do so is by following the slang trend (Maulidiya, Wijaya, Adha, & Pandin, 2021). Moreover,
students who utilize slang and acronyms in everyday communication commit an
error in their usage of Indonesian. This can limit the growth and development
of the Indonesian language, which will have an effect on the loss of the
Indonesian language caused by slang in the past (Ridlo,
et al, 2021).
Along with the times,
the influence of using slang among D-3 Accounting Students at the Politeknik Negeri Medan is
increasingly visible. Slang has become more prominent and familiar than
Indonesian. A lack of love for the Indonesian language and a national identity
makes a person speak at will. Thus, based on those phenomenon this study aims
to acknowledge the use of slang language on D-3 Accounting Students at the Politeknik Negeri Meda. The use of slang, no matter what percentage, will
still influence the existence of the Indonesian language, it is very important
to explore love for one's language and country so that the strength to maintain
the culture is firmly embedded even though one needs slang for existence and
self-entertaining media.
METHOD
The main sources in
qualitative descriptive research are actions and words. Apart from that,
additional data can be obtained from documents, archives, and others. The data
referred to in this study are the object under study, the reality used as a
research process, including participants, the place of research, to events near
the observations that have been made. All kinds of behavior
and object interactions in research must be considered; whatever data collected
will affect the final results of a study.
Qualitative research
produces descriptive data in writing from the behavior
of people who have been observed. The results from the whole place to get the
data will determine this research's summary and conclusion. The method used in
this study is a direct method used by researchers to investigate a problem that
exists until it has been described in a previous study.
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RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
There are many types
of samples taken as a reference for this study. The sample or object of
research is the D-3 Accounting Student at Politeknik Negeri Medan and is associated with other aspects outside
the object. The existence of Indonesian can be seen from how durable the
language is when entered by slang. Based on the data obtained, in the slang of
the D-3 Accounting Student at Politeknik Negeri Medan, abbreviations or shortenings were found in
the form of abbreviations, acronyms, combinations of abbreviations and acronyms
and beheadings (Zakiah, 2018). Acronyms are one
of the fastest factors in accepting slang among D-3 Accounting Students at Politeknik Negeri Medan.
Abbreviations are considered practical and are more comfortable to use in
conversation with peers. This convenience supports things that replace the main
Indonesian language as the main slang.
The use of slang is
not a serious threat to Indonesian because slang will grow along with the age
development of the D-3 Accounting Students at Politeknik
Negeri Medan (Setyawati, 2014). Along with the
age and development of the times, the language will continue to experience
changes and renewal. Slang languages may become part of the Indonesian language
in the future. Panic always happens, but what must be maintained is how wisely
we use the language according to its context and placement to maintain its boundaries.
Slang should be used in non-formal situations where there are not too many
disparities with Indonesian.
Language in society is
influenced by the variety that is inherent there. Slang belongs to the informal
or low variety. Language variation is divided into two: (a) high language
variation (official) and (b) low language variation (Lestari, 2018). High language
variety is used in official or formal forums. Daily conversations use common
language variations, which increase the intimacy between speakers. In addition,
there is also the use of semi-formal language variations in certain situations.
Conversations that do not require familiarity do not need to use slang.
The existence of slang
brings inequality in the communication process, which, in fact, experiences
differences from vocabulary patterns to word meanings, which can lead to a
different understanding of each listener (Setiawan, 2018). This can happen
when the interlocutor is of different generations. A misunderstanding of intent
can trigger an imbalance in communication. Slang will work best when used with
interlocutors whose frequency and thoughts tend to be the same. Using slang is
not always wrong because it can be adapted to the context of the conversation
and the partner. Proper use will not harm the existence of Indonesian as the
language of the nation's unity.
The development of the
Indonesian language will continue even though many things hinder it directly or
indirectly. The development of the Indonesian language is not only determined
by language experts or critics but is also influenced by its users, namely its
use in various sectors (Mursito, 2007). Language users
are all elements of society that have different characteristics. This is what
causes aspects of language development to become increasingly complex. The
increasing number of discussions in a language study can lead to an inadequacy
if it is not carried out as well as possible. The language used in certain
sectors should be applied properly without being added or subtracted by
languages besides it.
Social media is the
most fertile place for the growth of slang. The use of social media tends to be
in a relaxed context so that people always use language that makes them more
stylish as their true self-existence will be able to kill the existence of
their own nation's language. Slang on social media, one of which is Facebook,
is commonly called alay
(slang). In Slang language, D-3 Accounting Students at Politeknik
Negeri Medan are free to abbreviate the language
according to their wishes (Rendrasari, 2013). People are often
not aware of or even ignorant of what will be the impact of their habits in
language. The little done concerning language will certainly have an effect
that could be enlarged.
Individuals do not
live in an objective world, not only in the world of social activities, as they
usually understand, but are largely determined by certain languages
, which are the medium of expression for their people (Gunawan, 2014). Habits that are
carried out continuously can inevitably become ingrained and become very
difficult to break. The last step that can be done is to absorb the slang terms
formed by the D-3 Accounting Student at Politeknik Negeri Medan into Indonesian words. A lengthy process can
make possible something that was originally very unsuitable.
The love of language
should be instilled strongly in Indonesian children early. The provision of
good love can minimize contamination of the Indonesian language in daily use.
The fading of the use of Indonesian, especially among D-3 Accounting students
at Politeknik Negeri Medan,
is the impact of the lack of awareness to love and get used to using Indonesian
in the country (Sari, 2015). Love for the
Indonesian language can be fostered by getting used to using it according to
the context in which it is presented.
Language occurs when
community activities occur. Where community activities occur, there are also
language activities (Oktaviani, 2014). In other words,
language is formed because of people's daily activities. Language can develop
along with the development of the community of its users. The community is
responsible for developing the Indonesian language in the future. Not only do
experts and scientists have to think about where to take Indonesian, which has
been mixed with slang, but the community, especially D-3 Accounting students at
Politeknik Negeri Medan,
also has a very important role of cooperation in it. Cooperation between the
community and all parties to maintain the Indonesian language.
The existence of
technology, which is a fairly large tool in the world of existence because it
reaches all parts of the world, will be able to function properly if people
want to see it from all sides. Technological advances are ideally used to
maintain language and culture, not the other way around (Gunawan, 2015). The best possible
use will be an advantage, but the opposite will happen if not. Profit or loss
depends on society's technique in dealing with today's technological
developments. Technology must be used beautifully to benefit, not the negative
things are taken away. Wisdom in technology will also make this nation more
advanced and towards achieving the ideals of the Indonesian nation to advance.
Everyone must have a
variety of languages that they often do not realize (Wijiasih, 2016). Variety in
language The students of D-3 Accounting at Politeknik
Negeri Medan form a slang term that cannot be
avoided. Speakers do not consistently use a variety of slang (RBG) because
slang can be said to be a seasonal language (Theodora, 2013).
Slang can disappear by itself and be adopted as a term in Indonesian. Slang is
a popular language that will disappear over time. The survival of a slang term
for how long is determined by its existence in everyday use by the people who
use the language.
The choice of language
made by a multilingual community is determined by various factors and has
certain social meanings (Saddono, 2006). Slang may fall
into a separate language category in addition to the community language that
has been used previously. Language errors can also occur due to language
contact (Saddhono, 2012). Language contact
can lead to creating a new language that did not exist before. The meeting of
two speech partners who differ in their use of language will cause a mixture of
the two languages. This is not necessarily certain but only needs to be watched
out for.
Today's awareness of
maintaining and preserving the mother tongue is fading. Many are more proud of
foreign languages , which are considered more global and moderate
(Anis & Saddhono, 2016).
Therefore, it is necessary to realize how important it is to preserve the
language that has become our identity as Indonesian citizens. Indonesia should
be a source of pride, which has become an impossibility that every Indonesian
citizen cannot.
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CONCLUSION
Based on the analysis
of the data above, it can be concluded that slang has a strong influence on the
development of Indonesian society. The main supporters of the existence of
slang are the D-3 Accounting Students at the Medan State Polytechnic. The
growth of slang in Indonesian is unavoidable. Technology that is getting easier
is also one factor that supports the mixing of slang in the use of Indonesian
people. Slang does not always have a bad connotation, but if it is not used
with control, it will cause a shift in the position of Indonesian, and it may
be replaced by slang suddenly. When slang has been used continuously, people
may carry it even in formal situations. Mixing official language with slang can not be avoided, intentionally or unintentionally. This
problem should be solved by instilling a love for the Indonesian language early
in children. Love for the Indonesian language will make it easier for a person
to keep it embedded in his mind so that he will not be confused by other
languages that appear in the midst of it.
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THE IMPACT OF SLANG ON THE INDONESIAN LANGUAGE
SKILLS OF POLITEKNIK NEGERI MEDAN D-3 ACCOUNTING STUDENTS