Figurative language in songs for English Learning
Journal Title: LADU: Journal of Languages and Education - Year 2022, Vol 2, Issue 5
Abstract
Background: Songs have long been popular literary works for learning English. One way is by paying attention to figurative language used in songs popular among EFL learners. Purpose: This study was aimed at identifying the types of figurative language used in songs recently popular among Indonesian youth. Design and methods: The data were purposively collected from a sample of three songs of a famous album. The data were qualitatively analysed by using Gorys Keraf’s theory. Results: Finally, it is recommended that types of figurative language need to be taught to and learned by EFL learners to help enhance their comprehension when dealing with popular literary works like songs.
Authors and Affiliations
Elvara Artamevya Raharjo Putri, Taufiq Effendi, Syarifah Azharina Syafrudin
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