Word Choice Research Articles

Efficacy of WeChat Instant Messaging Platform for Peer Feedback on Undergraduate Students’ English Academic Writing Performance: A Systematic Literature Review

Peer feedback has become a crucial element in the field of English as a second/foreign language (ESL/EFL) writing. There has been a notable scholarly interest in the integration of peer feedback in English writing instruction. Among Chinese undergraduate students, there is a growing tendency to use instant messaging systems, such as WeChat, for peer feedback. WeChat distinguishes itself from other platforms by its extensive usage in China, particularly owing to its user-friendly features. However, there is a lack of systematic research in the current literature to explore the effectiveness of using WeChat for peer feedback in English writing. In particular, there is a lack of research on five aspects of students’ English writing performance when using WeChat as a platform for peer feedback, such as content and idea, coherence and cohesion, grammar and form, word choice and vocabulary, and organization and structure. This article aims to provide an overview of the investigation of the effectiveness of using WeChat as an instant messaging platform through a literature review. The authors adhered to predetermined criteria for what literature were included and excluded. Ultimately, the authors reviewed a collection of 30 research articles from the year 2011 to 2023 that are directly related to the topic at hand. This review encompasses an evaluation of the research designs, findings, discussions, and gaps in research identified in these articles. This review offers a comprehensive comprehension of the present status of research in this field. Moreover, it emphasizes the need for additional academic investigation, specifically targeting the task of filling the recognized gaps in knowledge. Furthermore, the conclusion highlights the necessity of further studies, which needs to explore the long-term effects of incorporating WeChat and peer feedback on enhancing students’ writing performance. This encompasses various aspects, such as content and idea, coherence and cohesion, word choice and vocabulary, organization and structure, as well as grammar and form.

Register of male and female Arabic language teachers on YouTube channels: A gender analysis in sociolinguistics

Language and gender have a strong connection, especially in a social context. This study examines register in Arabic by looking at the language used by male and female teachers who utilize the YouTube media platform to provide basic Arabic tutorials. From these videos, the language characteristics of male and female Arabic language teachers can be observed, in terms of gender. In general, this study investigates the registers of male and female Arabic language teachers. Specifically, it elaborates on the significant differences between the language used by male and female Arabic language teachers based on a register analysis. The research question is thus divided into two: (1) what is the typical character of male teachers and female teachers of Arabic on YouTube channels; (2) how do male and female Arabic teachers use register on YouTube channels. The method used in this research can be divided into three stages. The first stage was the data collection, which was carried out by viewing and observing Arabic language learning videos uploaded onto YouTube channels by male and female teachers. The second stage was the data analysis, which used the model of Miles and Huberman, consisting of data reduction, data display and data conclusion. The final stage was the reporting of the results, using illustrative quotes in the form of descriptions and narratives related to the language registers of male and female teachers in terms of a sociolinguistic study. The gender-based language characteristics can be identified from aspects of gesture, word choice, greeting pronunciation and the mention of personal names. This research contributes to the development of the study of language learning in terms of gender based on an online social media platform.

From pre-owned printers to pristine Porsches

Abstract Recent years have seen a considerable increase in e-commerce, with sales forecast to continue rising over the coming years. This study provides a corpus linguistic analysis of item descriptions on eBay’s UK website, on which both members of the public and businesses can offer goods for sale. It is based on two corpora of items sold on the site in 2015 and 2020 which together contain 412,601 item descriptions and over 57 million words of text. The analysis applies corpus linguistic methods to gain further insight into the diachronic development of language use on eBay, to explore linguistic features in item descriptions and across product categories, and to relate word choice to product selling price. Its findings offer new understanding of the changing language of online selling and indicate how a corpus linguistic methodology may be used to explore the impact of linguistic features on sales figures.

Nurse-Patient Communication: An Examination of Student-Nurses of Post Basic Nursing Anesthesia (PBNA) and Peri-Operative Nursing (PON) of Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH), Plateau State, Nigeria

Effective nurse-patient communication is essential for providing high-quality healthcare and ensuring patient safety and satisfaction. Proficiency in English is crucial for nurses to effectively interact with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals. However, many nurses face challenges in using correct grammar and language, which can impact communication and care delivery. This paper explores the relevance of English proficiency in nurse-patient communication, examines the grammar challenges nurses face, and suggests potential strategies to overcome these challenges. A total of 35 student-nurses were randomly selected from the Post Basic Nursing Anesthesia (PBNA) and Peri-Operative Nursing (PON) program at JUTH. The study adopted a mixed-methods research design, combining both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methods. Among other challenges, the study discovered that nurses face problems in the areas of tenses, choice of words, sentence construction, and patients’ poor grasp of English. The study suggests that language training and support, and continuous professional development, etc. can help improve the communication among nurses and with patients. The study thus concludes that proficiency in English and proper grammar usage are essential for effective nurse-patient communication, and overcoming language and grammar challenges can improve patient safety, satisfaction, and healthcare outcomes.

THE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF PERIPHERAL LYMPHEDEMA: 2023 CONSENSUS DOCUMENT OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF LYMPHOLOGY

This International Society of Lymphology (ISL) Consensus Document is the latest revision of the 1995 Document for the evaluation and management of peripheral lymphedema (1). It is based upon modifications: [A] suggested and published following the 1997 XVI International Congress of Lymphology (ICL) in Madrid, Spain (2), discussed at the 1999 XVII ICL in Chennai, India (3), and considered confirmed at the 2000 (ISL) Executive Committee meeting in Hinterzarten, Germany (4); [B] derived from integration of discussions and written comments obtained during and following the 2001 XVIII I CL in Genoa, Italy as modified at the 2003 ISL Executive Committee meeting in Cordoba, Argentina (5); [C] suggested from comments, criticisms, and rebuttals as published in the December 2004 issue of Lymphology (6); [D] discussed in both the 2005 XX ICL in Salvador, Brazil and the 2007 XXI ICL in Shanghai, China and modified at the 2008 Executive Committee meeting in Naples, Italy (7,8); [E] modified from discussions and written comments from the 2009 XXII ICL in Sydney, Australia, the 2011 XXIII ICL in Malmo, Sweden, the 2012 Executive Committee Meetings (9); [F] discussions at the 2013 XXIV ICL in Rome, Italy, and the 2015 XXV ICL in San Francisco, USA, as well as multiple written comments and feedback from Executive Committee and other ISL members during the 2016 drafting (10); informal discussions at the XXVI ICL in Barcelona, Spain; [G] discussions at a dedicated, focused Post-Congress session at the XXVII ICL in Iguazu, Argentina (2019) followed by additional written comments from the Executive Committee and others (11); and [H] discussions and written comments from the XXVIII ICL in Athens, Greece (2021), and the XXIX ICL in Genoa, Italy (2023). The document attempts to amalgamate the broad spectrum of protocols and practices advocated worldwide for the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral lymphedema into a coordinated proclamation representing a "Consensus" of the international community based on various levels of evidence. The document is not meant to override individual clinical considerations for complex patients nor to impede clinical treatment or research progress. It is not meant to be a legal formulation from which variations could be used to describe or define medical malpractice. The Society understands that in some clinics the method of treatment derives from national standards while in others access to medical equipment, technical expertise, and supplies is limited; therefore, the suggested assessments and treatments might be impractical. Adaptability and inclusiveness do come at the price that members can rightly be critical of what they see as vagueness or imprecision in definitions, qualifiers in the choice of words ( e.g., the use of "may ... perhaps ... unclear", etc.) and mentions (albeit without endorsement) of treatment options supported by limited hard data (few randomized control trials). Most members are frustrated by the reality that NO treatment method has really undergone a satisfactory meta-analysis (let alone rigorous, randomized, controlled study). With this understanding, the absence of optimally conducted clinical trials and definitive answers, and with emerging technologies and new approaches and discoveries on the horizon, some degree of uncertainty, ambiguity, and flexibility along with dissatisfaction with current lymphedema evaluation and management is appropriate and to be expected. We continue to struggle to keep the document concise while balancing the need for depth, breadth, and details. With these considerations in mind, we believe that this 2023 version presents a Consensus that embraces the entire ISL membership, acknowledges national standards but rises above them, identifies, and stimulates promising areas for future research, and represents the best judgment of the ISL membership on how to approach patients with peripheral lymphedema in the light of currently available evidence. Therefore, the document has been and should continue to be challenged and debated in the pages of Lymphology (e.g., as Letters to the Editor) and ideally will remain a continued focal point for robust discussion at local, national, and international conferences in lymphology and related disciplines. We further anticipate as experience evolves and new ideas and technologies emerge that this "living document" will undergo further periodic revision and refinement as the practice and conceptual foundations of medicine and specifically lymphology change and advance.

A mixed methods study of early childhood providers’ perceptions of the acceptability and feasibility of parenting for lifelong Health tip sheets in Ontario, Canada

BackgroundUniversal parenting campaigns are efficient, cost-effective and can eliminate barriers to accessing conventional, face-to-face parenting interventions. The aims of the CHAMPP4KIDS study were to assess Canadian early childhood providers’ perceptions of the acceptability and feasibility of implementing a universal parenting resource, the Parenting for Lifelong Health tip sheets.MethodsUsing a convergent mixed method design, an online survey of providers working with families with young children in Ontario, Canada was followed by focus group discussions with a subset of providers to explore their perceptions of using the tip sheets in their professional practice.ResultsProviders generally perceived the tip sheets to be acceptable but had reservations with respect to the feasibility of distributing the sheets to their clients as standalone, universal parenting resources. Providers agreed the tip sheets covered topics pertinent to caregivers’ concerns, offered useful strategies and, therefore, had the potential to be valuable, engaging resources for families. However, many providers said the sheets would only be effective as complementary resources to facilitated in-person sessions, especially for high-needs families.ConclusionProviders suggested that future iterations of these resources take into consideration more accessible design and formatting, literacy levels, word choice and further cultural adaptation. Insight into the nuances and potential divergence between provider perceptions of universal materials’ acceptability and feasibility can help adapt materials to pre-emptively respond to potential implementation barriers, facilitate intervention fidelity and, ultimately, increase the likelihood of intervention acceptability and feasibility of both providers and caregivers.

Analisis Wacana Stereotip Perempuan dalam Berita Kriminal di Viva.co.id

Mass media plays a significant role in shaping public perceptions of issues such as sexual and domestic violence. This study focuses on how text structure, word choice, and gender representation in news articles influence public understanding of violence. The aim of this research is to analyze how news about sexual violence and domestic violence constructs narratives and social responses through language use and text structure, and how gender representation affects public perception. The study employs critical discourse analysis based on Norman Fairclough's theory. Two news articles were selected for analysis: one about sexual violence in front of a young girl and one about domestic violence. The articles were examined for text structure, word choice, and gender representation to understand how they construct narratives. The analysis reveals that the news about sexual violence emphasizes the perpetrator's actions and the authorities' responses, using sensational language to create a negative image of the perpetrator. In contrast, the news about domestic violence focuses more on the victim's suffering and power dynamics, with detailed descriptions of physical and emotional abuse. Media shapes public perceptions of violence and gender through word choice and text structure.

Analisis Kesalahan Berbahasa dalam Podcast Deddy Corbuzier dengan Nadiem Makarim sebagai Media Pembelajaran Menulis Teks Argumentasi

This research discusses the analysis of language errors in Deddy Corbuzier's podcast with Nadiem Makarim as a learning medium for writing argumentative texts. This research aims to find out mistakes to become a tool in improving students' abilities in writing argumentative texts. The method used is a qualitative approach, this research uses descriptive methods and content analysis to analyze podcasts. The results of this research show that there are various language errors, such as grammar, word choice or diction, and sentence structure. By paying attention to these mistakes, students can improve the quality of oral and written arguments.

Unveiling maritime English communication needs for seafarer: Strategic reformation for classroom instructional design

The significance of onboard maritime English communication has led to the needs of innovation in language teaching strategies and instructional design. Mostly Indonesian seafarers faced serious problems to join ocean-going vessels due to maritime English proficiency. This study attempted to capture the essential demands of Indonesian seafarers joining an ocean-going vessel for their communication techniques using maritime English, with the goal of having a greater impact on the development of instructional design for Indonesian curriculum. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 14 Indonesian seafarers assigned to different ocean-going vessels of various sorts, sizes, and foreign flags. Semi-structured interview was performed with three maritime English lecturers from different maritime education institutions in Indonesia. This study employed qualitative research by combining theory and using NVivo 12 Plus software as the coding method to understand and analyse data. The first finding indicated that operational maritime communication strategies such as in routine and special-message communication like safety, distress and urgency communications were required to create communication patterns. Second finding denoted challenges faced by Indonesian seafarers in having maritime communication such as unclear meaning resulted from improper word choices, different accents and pronunciations of the different socio-cultural of radio officers they spoke to, and due to sentence construction. The third finding revealed the focus of materials for each language skill for communication onboard. The whole findings implied that maritime-ESP teaching should reform with solemn education packages and instructional design heading toward the communicative competence to prepare cadets with the required needs of their future seafaring job.

High frequency post-pause word choices and task-dependent speech behavior characterize connected speech in individuals with mild cognitive impairment.

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is characterized by progressive cognitive decline, including impairments in speech production and fluency. Mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a prodrome of AD, has also been linked with changes in speech behavior but to a more subtle degree. This study aimed to investigate whether speech behavior immediately following both filled and unfilled pauses (post-pause speech behavior) differs between individuals with MCI and healthy controls (HCs), and how these differences are influenced by the cognitive demands of various speech tasks. Transcribed speech samples were analyzed from both groups across different tasks, including immediate and delayed narrative recall, picture descriptions, and free responses. Key metrics including lexical and syntactic complexity, lexical frequency and diversity, and part of speech usage, both overall and post-pause, were examined. Significant differences in pause usage were observed between groups, with a higher incidence and longer latencies following these pauses in the MCI group. Lexical frequency following filled pauses was higher among MCI participants in the free response task but not in other tasks, potentially due to the relative cognitive load of the tasks. The immediate recall task was most useful at differentiating between groups. Predictive analyses utilizing random forest classifiers demonstrated high specificity in using speech behavior metrics to differentiate between MCI and HCs. Speech behavior following pauses differs between MCI participants and healthy controls, with these differences being influenced by the cognitive demands of the speech tasks. These post-pause speech metrics can be easily integrated into existing speech analysis paradigms.

Gaming with Etiquette: Exploring Courtesy as a Game Mechanic in Speech-Based Games

As the gaming industry advances, it seeks increased immersion. Concurrently, recent advancements in speech recognition substantially enhanced its accuracy, creating opportunities for speech-based interactions in gameplay. Integrating speech into single-player games with non-player characters (NPCs) introduces a new social dimension. Yet, like toxicity in social media and multiplayer games, anti-social behavior can infiltrate NPC interactions, generating a toxic gaming atmosphere. We designed a speech-based game called “A Day at the Office” and conducted a within-subject study with 26 participants to explore player interactions with NPCs possessing different human qualities. Furthermore, we introduced courtesy-based game mechanics, where NPCs react to players’ choice of words and loudness, investigating player experiences. Results revealed that participants spoke differently with NPCs based on their human qualities, such as gender and hierarchical roles. Moreover, the courtesy-based interactions fostered greater cognitive engagement, suggesting that tactful interactions contribute to enhanced immersion and presence in the game.

Exploring meaning: an analysis of denotative diction and connotative diction in Indonesian language textbook stories for second grade elementary school

This study examines denotative and connotative diction in Indonesian textbooks for grade II primary schools under the Merdeka Curriculum. The main objective of this study is to assess how denotative and connotative word choice can affect the understanding of diction in primary school students' stories. Through the content analysis method, this study evaluated various stories in the textbook, focusing on word choice and its influence on teaching effectiveness. Denotative diction and connotative diction were chosen as the objects of analysis because of their critical role in helping students understand literal texts, which is the foundation for further learning at an early age. Increased consistency of diction use across all subject matter to support learning effectiveness at the primary level. It is hoped that these findings can be used as a reference for curriculum development and the preparation of better Indonesian language textbooks in the future, in accordance with the principles of Merdeka Curriculum which supports inclusive and comprehensive education. The conclusion of the study shows that the use of words with clear and unambiguous denotative meanings tends to make it easier for students to understand the concepts taught. Through connotative diction learners can develop analytical skills that are important in reading and understanding texts.

Presentation of multiple task instructional sets impacts auditory Stroop performance during dual task locomotion.

The auditory Stroop is a modification of the classic Stroop paradigm commonly used in dual-task research when the motor task requires the visual system. Despite its use, there are gaps in our understanding of this tool. For example, in visual/auditory Stroop paradigms, neutral cues irrelevant to the required response, which theoretically cause less interference/facilitation, are used to elucidate effects of visual/auditory demands on neural processes. Specifically, in auditory Stroop paradigms the use and choice of neutral cue words is inconsistent. To address these gaps, we instrumented participants with kinematic markers and a digital microphone and asked them to respond to auditory Stroop cues and neutral cue words consisting of either one or two syllables, while simultaneously performing an unobstructed locomotor task. Two blocks of trials were collected. In one block, participants had prior knowledge that either an auditory Stroop or a neutral word stimulus would be presented (Known); a second block presented both types of cognitive cues in a random order to participants (Mixed). We observed main effects of cognitive task (neutral, incongruent, congruent) and instructional set (Known, Mixed) on response times, but not on center of mass velocity. Also, more time was required to verbally respond to an incongruent compared to congruent or neutral task across all conditions, and neutral task words with one syllable resulted in longer response times compared to two syllable neutral words. We recommend that researchers include neutral cues when using the auditory Stroop test and to carefully consider their neutral word choice.

Stylometric Analysis of AI Chatbot-Generated Emails: Are Students Losing Their Linguistic Fingerprint?

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in education, particularly through AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, and Bing, has revolutionized second language teaching and learning. These chatbots, which utilize advanced natural language processing and machine learning algorithms, hold great potential. They can operate complex cognitive tasks, provide immediate feedback, enhance motivation and self-confidence, reduce anxiety and improve language skills. Despite these advantages, concerns about academic integrity, loss of unique voice, and lack of emotional depth have emerged. This research aims at conducting a stylometric analysis on 25 AI chatbot-generated emails produced by undergraduate English language learners at Sultan Qaboos University. By examining stylistic features like tone, lexical density, lexical diversity, choice of words, repetition, formality level and emotional depth, the study will provide insights into the strengths and limitations of AI chatbots in enhancing email writing skills while preserving the unique voice of student writing. Findings reveal that AI-generated emails are characterized by a repetitive structure, a high level of formality and politeness, a high lexical diversity and a lack of emotional depth and personal anecdotes. The outcomes of this research will shed light on the awareness and skills students need to acquire to optimize the use of AI chatbots without losing their linguistic fingerprint.

“We are a part of the problem they protest”: judges, representation and racial justice statements

ABSTRACT In the wake of George Floyd’s murder in May 2020, some state supreme courts decided to issue public comments to address disparities in racial justice, while others did not. We explain the decision to issue these voluntary statements as a strategic choice by state supreme court justices motivated by their retention audience and state demography. We demonstrate that state supreme courts appear responsive to their state audience when deciding to issue statements, specifically based on the number of racial justice protests by state residents and the liberalism of their state. Furthermore, state judicial retention systems and race identity in the public and on the state supreme court appear to influence word choice and sentiment in the racial justice statements issued. This extends understanding of motivations behind judges’ decisions and behavior in extra-judicial settings beyond the courtroom.

A dialog between Sino-Western legal traditions: Yan Fu’s translation of “natural law” in Montesquieu’s The Spirit of Laws

As an integral component of legal culture, legal concepts possess distinct cultural characteristics. Translating legal concepts between different cultures to facilitate effective cultural exchange and mutual understanding poses a significant challenge for legal translators. This paper examines Yan Fu’s Chinese translation of “natural law”, a key concept in Montesquieu’s classic The Spirit of Laws, as a case study to analyze the connection between legal translation and cultural traditions in the socio-historical contexts of the early 20th century China. By analyzing Yan’s choice of words, the paper unveils how Yan Fu reinterpreted Western natural law from both religious and ethical perspectives, thereby creating a dynamic dialog between Sino-Western legal cultural traditions.

Impak Pendekatan Terjemahan Terhadap Kualiti Penterjemahan Eufemisme al-Quran ke Bahasa Melayu

Translation of the Quran into Malay poses challenges due to cultural and linguistic factors. Among the difficulties faced by translators are conveying the true meaning of Quranic euphemisms and thoroughly examining the linguistic rules within society. Therefore, the application of appropriate translation methods is significant for producing high-quality works. This study was conducted to identify the impact of translation approach on the quality of the translation of Quranic euphemisms into Malay. This qualitative study was conducted by adapting the Euphemisms Translation Evaluation Model in the Quran (MPPEQ) by Olimat (2018) and Newmark's (1981) Semantic & Communicative theory. In this study, the researcher applied content analysis methods, focusing on six samples of Quranic euphemisms listed in the Corpus of Euphemism in the Quran by Olimat (2019). Four translations of the Quran into Malay were selected as study materials. The findings indicate that the applied translation approaches result in two impacts: successful translations and less successful ones. Consequently, the success and imperfection of translations depend on the approach used and the choice of words. The findings also demonstrate that methods incorporating additional explanatory insertions sometimes cause confusion in meaning due to functional lexical factors. Furthermore, maintaining the source text's register can be applied when there are similarities in linguistic and cultural elements within society. The study also found translations that do not retain the euphemistic style, resulting in discourse implications of dysphemism. In conclusion, the study has explored new dimensions related to the concept of euphemism in the Quran and its translation approaches into Malay.

Online media sentiment analysis for US oysters

AbstractSentiment analysis, a form of data analytics, utilises information from online discussions, reviews, and social media posts to assess consumer sentiments. This study utilised data collected from social media using online listening procedures to assess online sentiments on oysters from January 2019 through December 2022. The analysis utilises machine learning algorithms to extract consumer sentiments, opinions, and demands from online chatter from different online domains. The online sentiments are determined as positive, negative, or neutral based on their word choice, tone, and context. The information provided gives insights into perception, which is valuable information for oyster producers, seafood industry stakeholders, and marketers to identify consumer preferences and formulate appropriate strategies accordingly. The results suggest that while farmed oysters are gaining popularity, there are still some concerns and criticisms around the industry. Positive words associated with mentions of oysters in general include ‘great’, ‘love’, ‘delicious’, ‘enjoyed’, and ‘oyster bar’, while negative words associated with oysters include ‘water’, ‘raw oyster’, ‘bad’, and ‘not eat’. The overall percentage net sentiment associated with all oysters in the United States is positive at 63%. The net sentiment associated with wild oysters is positive, at 51%, and that of farmed oysters is 58%. The oyster industry could invest more in public education, sustainability, and water‐cleaning initiatives to improve its image. Utilising social media to monitor and shape public perception can help the industry address concerns and enhance oyster‐related sentiments, offering valuable insights for marketing and sales strategies.

Post-Modernism, Deconstruction of Christian Religious Education, and Cultural Projection in Central Kalimantan

The purpose of this research is to examine cultural participation in Central Kalimantan in the context of Christian education, whether as a curriculum, subject, or livelihood of Christian learning, in the midst of the postmodern wave. The aim is to explore postmodernist ideas in Christian education that are non-totalitarian, acknowledge the non-homogeneity of truth, and allow for diversity and freedom of thought. This research method prioritizes postmodernist thinking and culture in Christian religious education through a literature study. Secondary sources are taken from journal references (Scopus and Sinta) and several dissertations related to Christian education. The main sources for analysis are books by Karl Henri Nouwen, Franz-Magnis Suseno, Polanyi, and Jean-François Lyotard. The language used is clear, objective, and value-neutral, with a formal register and precise word choice. The logical structure ensures a clear and concise flow of information with causal connections between statements. The text is free from grammatical errors, spelling mistakes, and punctuation errors. The text adheres to conventional structure and formatting features, with consistent citation and footnote style. No changes in content have been made. The results indicate that postmodernism, which rejects grand narratives and totalitarianism, as well as the omission of imperialism in Christian education, plays a role in the form of a living culture in Central Kalimantan. This culture emphasizes the balance of life, respect for creation, and the ritualistic and spiritual sacredness of religion, which are reflected in education, including Christian education

A Lexico-semantic Analysis of the University Anthem of Lagos State University of Education, Lagos, Nigeria.

Anthems have been written and sung over the years to project and celebrate the entity being portrayed. In a bid to effectively convey the needed information and messages on the object being portrayed, word choice and meanings associated with and their collocations are expected to perform the task at hand. Using Halliday's (1994) Systemic Functional Linguistic theory because it lays emphasis on both the context and the function of language, this paper does a lexico-semantic analysis of the anthem of the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED). Our analysis amongst others reveals that the words in the anthem are not chosen at random; they are carefully selected to evoke a sense of pride, unity and shared identity among members of the university pride, unity ideology and values of the institution are beautifully conveyed.