A Contrastive Analysis of Indonesian and English Declarative Sentences in News Article - 6 Fakta Baru Kecelakaan Maut Cibubur Hingga Sopir-Kernet Truk Tersangka - Research abstract

Sep 10, 2026

This research contrasts Indonesian as the source language and English as the target language by analyzing declarative sentences drawn from the news article “6 Fakta Baru Kecelakaan Maut Cibubur Hingga Sopir-Kernet Truk Tersangka” on the detikNews website. Using a qualitative approach with textual analysis supported by books, journals, and news, the study identifies 29 declarative sentences and classifies their patterns. Five shared patterns appear in both languages (SP, SC, SPO, SPC, SPOC), while distinct patterns differentiate them, including SPOO and SCPC in Indonesian and SPSPC, SPOPC, SPOCPC in English.

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Role of English and language learning challenges

Purpose and value of contrastive analysis

Translation and equivalence

Sentence types and linguistic structure context

International Journal Corner of Educational Research Vol. 2, No. 1, 2023, pp. 23~30 E-ISSN 2962-164X, P-ISSN 2962-8237, DOI: 10. 54012/ijcer.v2i1 .189 􀂈 23 | A Contrastive Analysis of Indonesian and English Declarative Sentences in News Article “6 Fakta Baru Kecelakaan Maut CibuburHingga Sopir-Kernet Truk Tersangka” on Detiknews
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Roza Rapita Soni1, Labora Manik2, Rika Sinaga3, Dona Samosir4
1 2 3 4 Department of English Education, University of HKBP Nommensen Pematang Siantar, Indonesia | | --- | | Article Info ABSTRACT | | Article history:
Received June 4, 2023 Revised July 2, 2023 Accepted July 14, 2023 | This research aims at contrasting two languages, including Indonesian as the source language (SL) and English as the target language (TL) . This research data was taken from the news article “6 Fakta Baru Kecelakaan Maut Cibubur Hingga Sopir-Kernet Truk Tersangka” on detikNews website. The researchers used the qualitative method with textual analysis from books, journals and news as the data collection technique in this research. Based on the research result, the researchers found 29 declarative sentences from the news article. According to the text source, there are five similar patterns in Indonesian and English, including SP, SC, SPO, SPC and SPOC. And there are distinct patterns in Indonesian and English, setting them apart. Indonesian exhibits the SPOO and SCPC patterns, which are not found in English. Conversely, English showcases the SPSPC, SPOPC, and SPOCPC patterns not found in Indonesian. Additionally, these patterns are accompanied by varying phrases in each language.
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Simple sentence Declarative sentence | | Corresponding Author: Roza Rapita Soni1 Department of English Education, University of HKBP Nommensen Pematang Siantar Email: [rozajuliosoni@gmail.com](rozajuliosoni@gmail.com) 1. INTRODUCTION Language serves as a refined means of communication, enabling individuals to convey information and articulate arguments in their daily interactions. It is a sophisticated human communication system, employing arbitrary signals such as melodious voice sounds, graceful gestures, and meticulously crafted written symbols. The world is adorned with many languages, each with distinct characteristics and captivating nuances. Among these, English stands out as a universal language, effortlessly comprehended and spoken globally. In fact, according to the Ethnologue [11], English reigns as the most widely spoken language in 2021, with a staggering 1.34 billion individuals proficient in its usage, whether it be as their native tongue, a second language, or a foreign language. This linguistic marvel finds its significance in personal expression and the professional pursuits of humanity, making it a focal point of learning in every corner of the world. Journal homepage: [http://journal.jcopublishing.com/index.php/ijcer](http://journal.jcopublishing.com/index.php/ijcer) In Indonesia, the teaching of English is regarded as the instruction of a foreign language. It can be argued that Bahasa Indonesia is the native language of Indonesian students, while English is seen as a language to be acquired. Students primarily use their mother tongue for daily communication, thus encountering challenges when speaking or writing in English. Undeniably, during the language acquisition process, students may face difficulties. This is because each language has its own set of rules, leading to errors among learners. Learning a different language demands significant effort, as it involves grappling with differences rather than similarities to one's language. In the realm of language, every linguistic system possesses its unique sentence structure, giving rise to potential challenges for students. Consequently, the linguistic field has developed a discipline known as contrastiv

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What is the main purpose of the study?

To contrast Indonesian declarative sentences with English declarative sentences by analyzing patterns found in a specific detikNews article.

What research method and data source are used?

A qualitative method with textual analysis is used, drawing data from the news article and supported by books and journals.

What patterns are similar between Indonesian and English in this research?

Five similar patterns are reported: SP, SC, SPO, SPC, and SPOC.

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