Language Errors in Pragmatic Scientific Articles by PBSI Students

Abstract

Writing scientific articles is an important skill that must be mastered by students, especially in the Indonesian Language and Literature Education Study Program (PBSI). However, there are still many obstacles found, especially related to the use of inappropriate language. This study aims to analyze language errors in scientific articles on pragmatics written by PBSI students, focusing on spelling, syntax, and semantic errors. The method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques in the form of documentation studies of students' scientific articles. The results of the analysis show that spelling errors are still the main problem, including the writing of basic words and affixes, the use of capital letters, writing numbers, pronouns, loan words, and the use of punctuation and italics that are not in accordance with the General Guidelines for Indonesian Spelling (PUEBI). In addition, many syntactic errors are also found, such as unnecessary repetition of words, incomplete phrases, incorrect use of prepositions, and ineffective sentences that do not fulfill the subject-predicate elements completely. Semantic errors also appear, in the form of inappropriate word choices that reduce the clarity of meaning and interfere with the reader's understanding. These errors have an impact on the clarity and professionalism of scientific articles and hinder effective academic communication. The main factors causing this are students' lack of understanding of linguistic rules and lack of accuracy in writing. Therefore, more intensive learning and guidance are needed so that students are able to apply the rules of spelling, syntax, and semantics of the Indonesian language correctly. This study is expected to be a reference for improving the quality of scientific writing of PBSI students according to academic standards.