KESANTUNAN BERBAHASA MAHASISWA DALAM BERINTERAKSI DI LINGKUNGAN UNIVERSITAS RIAU: KAJIAN SOSIOPRAGMATIK

Abstract

This research aims to describe the various types of speech acts used by students and to analyze compliance with and violations of language politeness. Additionally, this study identifies the factors influencing students' politeness in interactions at Riau University. Data collection was conducted using the observation method. With a pragmatic approach, this research was analyzed using pragmatic matching methods (Sudaryanto) and contextual methods (Poedjosoedarmo). Research Findings: 1). Types of Speech Acts: The study found that students used various types of speech acts, including representative, directive, expressive, and commissive acts. 2). Level of Politeness Compliance: The measurement of students' politeness at Riau University is based on adherence to politeness principles such as tact over feelings, generosity, approbation, agreement, and sympathy. 3). Factors Influencing Politeness: There are five factors that influence language politeness: the place and atmosphere of the conversation, participants in the conversation, the purpose of the conversation, the topic of discussion, and the means of communication.