Ferdinand De Saussure Research Articles

Deciphering the Semiotic Landscape of Love in Lana Del Rey's 'Mariners Apartment Complex' Song Lyrics

This research paper presents an analysis of Lana Del Rey's song "Mariners Apartment Complex" through the lens of semiotics, using Ferdinand de Saussure's theory to explore the complex signification and interpretation of love in the song's lyrics. This research uses a qualitative approach, focusing on identifying signifiers and signs, and interpreting each verse of the song. The results of the analysis show that the song is rich in messages that convey the power of love, as experienced by a woman. Themes of heartbreak and lovesickness are interwoven throughout the lyrics, showcasing Lana Del Rey's portrayal of a woman deeply invested in deep and unwavering affection. This research highlights the complexity and depth of emotions expressed in the song, highlighting the multifaceted nature of love as a central theme.

Transmuting the painterly sign

Abstract According to renowned linguist and semiotician Roman Jakobson, translation can be divided into three general categories: intralingual translation, interlingual translation, and intersemiotic translation/transmutation. Unlike the first two categories, intersemiotic transmutation lacks the usual isomorphism that exist between a source and its target, but that should not deter us from discovering an underlying universal process of two-step interpretation that is involved in transmuting painting as a nonverbal sign into art criticism which is mostly verbal. Put simply, painting as a special form of human communication relies heavily on iconicity between “representamen” and its “object,” but this is only the first step on our way toward the hidden meaning of a visual text. To achieve the latter goal, we also need – often, but not always, through indexical reasoning – to make connections between a painting and its sociohistorical context in the manner of logical abduction as proposed by Charles Sanders Peirce rather than structural differentiation as advocated by Ferdinand de Saussure. Compared with iconic correspondences, indexical relations are far more arbitrary and therefore extremely difficult to reconstruct.

Analisis Semiotika Pola Komunikasi Keluarga pada Film “Noktah Merah Perkawinan”

The film 'Noktah Merah Perkawinan' tells the story of a married couple who have been married for several years and have two children. The communication patterns between the characters Gilang and Ambar depict events that reflect realities often observed in society, such as conflicts within a household. Therefore, the objective of this research is to analyze the semiotics of family communication patterns in the film 'Noktah Merah Perkawinan.' This research employs the semiotic analysis method of Ferdinand De Saussure, which comprises two elements: signifier and signified. Additionally, the research categorizes communication patterns based on De Vito's classification, including monopolistic family communication, balanced separate communication, unbalanced separate communication, and equality communication. According to this classification, the findings reveal that in monopolistic communication patterns, one party significantly dominates based on their influence within the family. In the case of balanced separate family communication, each family member plays their respective roles. Unbalanced separate communication occurs when communication within the family involves only one individual dominating due to their perceived expertise on a particular issue. In contrast, equality communication is characterized by open communication among family members without any specific restrictions. In conclusion, the research demonstrates that family communication patterns in this film vary widely, with each family member having their distinct role. Moreover, it suggests that all conflicts depicted in the film 'Noktah Merah Perkawinan' can be resolved through effective communication without any imposed limitations, as seen in the equality communication pattern. Keywords: Noktah Merah Perkawinan, Family Communication Patterns, Semiotic

THE DENOTATION AND CONNOTATION IN THE SONGS ENTITLED “EXILE”, “ILLICIT AFFAIR”u, AND “CARDIGAN” BY TAYLOR SWIFT

This research discussed about the denotation and connotation in selected songs of Taylor Swift album entitled Folklore. The researcher applied descriptive qualitative methodology by using the semiotic theory of Ferdinand de Saussure and structuralism by Claude Levi Strauss. The data source of this study is Taylor Swift selected songs. Those songs are “Exile”, “Illicit Affair”, and “Cardigan”. The result of this research shows that there are implicit meaning in the lyrics of the songs. (1) There are the denotation meaning in selected songs. (2) There are the connotative meaning in the selected songs. (3) There are the myth showed in the selected songs. Taylor Swift connected the songs in this album one to another.

Meaning construction in Nigerian multilingual hip hop: a study in sociology of music

Abstract The wide acceptability of Nigerian hip hop music, home and abroad, indicates increasing value of the inclusion of local popular languages in the composition and performance of the music. In the text of many of the award winning singles and albums are mixtures of different languages ranging from English, Pidgin English, Yoruba, Igbo and other local dialects. Drawing on Ferdinand de Saussure’s theory of structuralism, this study examines meaning construction in hip hop music in Nigeria. By focusing on the Nigerian hip hop artists, who adopt different slangs embedded with codes considered absurd within the mainstream cultural milieu, the study closely investigates constructed meanings in the lyrics of four Nigerian award winning hip hop artists. All the artists adopted multilingual codes-switching from one language to another in presentation of their messages. The codes in the songs generally symbolise and present messages or meaning that appears out of the mainstream cultural meanings. Listeners and artistes meet at the level of interpretations. The article argues that Nigerian artists creatively present a sub-culture where they and their fans can relate through codes and words embedded with symbolic meanings shared by both artists and fans.

Analisis Semiotika Ferdinand De Saurre Pesan Dakwah Pada Film “Mengejar Surga”

This research is entitled "Semiotic Analysis of Ferninanda De Saussurre's Da'wah Message in the Film Chasing Heaven". This research is motivated by da'wah which is one of the efforts to broadcast Islam. Da'wah is an obligation for every Muslim, in this modern era da'i must be creative in choosing media and be able to utilize technology so that the message they want to convey to mad'u can be well received. In this research, the media is the film "Menjejar Surga which contains preaching messages about struggle, prayer, endeavor and death. This type of research is descriptive qualitative using content analysis techniques. This research is also based on theory. Ferdinand De Saussure's semiotics is the concept of signifier and signified. The results of this research answered the problems above, we found several preaching messages, namely about marriage guardians, death and endeavors.

Analisis of The Semiotic Meaning of The Poem "Gray Forest in The Forest" by Sapardi Djoko Damono

This research aims to analyze the semiotic meaning of one of Sapardi Djoko Damono's poems entitled "Gray forest in the rain." In this poem there are many meanings or symbols that are difficult for the reader to understand. Therefore, the reader analyzes this poem. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. Descriptive qualitative is a method that can describe, analyze, explain, interpret, and reveal the meaning and facts of scientific logic. The stages carried out by researchers in analyzing semiotic meaning are reading and understanding the entire content of the poem. Furthermore, the signs and markers found will be analyzed using Ferdinand De Saussure's theory, because in semiotic studies Ferdinand De Saussure's theory is considered the most important to analyze the signs, symbols, symbols conveyed by the poet in his work. The result of the poem 'Gray forest in the rain' depicts silence, darkness, and deep sadness. Each stanza and line in the poem depicts sadness as if the rain is falling and the forest reveals the real silence in endless sadness. Weeping is always enveloped in all the humming that is said.

Reading the Examples of Modern Mosques in Turkey Through Semiotics

Abstract In this study, three different mosques built after the modern period in Türkiye are analysed from an architectural point of view. The aim of the research is to make sense of the messages intended to be conveyed through worship structures and to read the messages conveyed through these structures within the framework of semiotic theory. Using the semiotic method, each building is analysed in terms of context and environment analysis, design principles and style, function, plan scheme, spatial analysis, structure, facade character and symbolic forms. In addition, the buildings are analysed in terms of Günther Fischer’s value criteria (location, size-measure, material, form, arrangement) and Ferdinand de Saussure’s semiotics. The method will help us understand the multidimensional meanings of architectural structures, and the importance of the study is emphasised by the fact that it provides a better understanding of the place of these structures in the cultural and social context. This research makes an important contribution to the understanding of the approaches followed in modern mosque designs and shows how the messages conveyed through architectural structures can be interpreted using semiotic theory. By shedding light on the design processes of modern mosques, it reveals the decisive role of context in this process. As a result of the evaluation, it is concluded that context is the most influential factor in modern mosque design, while other elements are shaped based on context.

Short Incursion into Artistotle’s View of Natural Languages

The opinion that the theory of the linguistic sign starts with Ferdinand de Saussure, who defines this unit from a different perspective than the formal perspective adopted by Linguistics or the content perspective, adored by philosophers is not unanimously accepted. More than two millennia ago, Aristotle meditated in nuce on the mechanisms of human language, of the conventional rapport between language and the objects of the outer world, but also on the parts of speech – noun, verb, connectors etc. It is the general objective we start from in our study. Of the derived objectives we propose to study the relationship between language and thought, the status of language in the thinking process, the relationship between language, Logic and knowledge processes etc. The descriptive-linguistic method, the comparative, analytical method are among the research modes used in our study

Pesan dalam Film “Daring” Karya Mahasiswa Prodi KPI Angkatan 2018-2020 Fakultas Ushuluddin dan Dakwah IAIN Madura

This research discusses the film entitled "Daring" which is a film created by KPI study program students that displays social realities in everyday life. The ability of a film to convey a message that aims to provide education to the audience who watch it makes this online film one of the films that attempt to provide a moral message, education, and social criticism of the surrounding situation which is then packaged into an epic show. This research uses a qualitative approach with Ferdinand De Saussure's semiotic analysis. The results obtained in this research are that there are 12 signifiers and 12 signifiers in the Daring film which consist of moral messages, social messages, and educational messages. Firstly, the moral message conveyed is to speak noble words to parents, be filial to parents, do not miss prayers, do not lie to parents, pray for children, be grateful, and surrender to Allah. Second, the social message conveyed is parental sacrifice, not avoiding responsibility, working together, and maintaining good relationships with friends. Third, the educational message conveyed is that students still want to study well no matter what the circumstances.

Representasi Kritik Sosial dalam Animasi Tekotok Edisi Maret-Agustus 2021

This research focuses on the social criticism contained in the March-August 2021 Edition of Tekotok Animation by taking five episodes in it. The formulation of the problem in this study is how to represent social criticism contained in the March-August 2021 Edition of the Tekotok animation with the aim of identifying and knowing the full meaning that shows social criticism in predetermined episodes. Using a qualitative method with Ferdinand De Saussure’s semiotic analysis as the analytical knife. The results of this study provide a conclusion that animation is also able to represent something around it. The social criticism resulting from this animation refers to several cases of legal inequality and violations of norms in society. This broadcast serves as a reminder in the form of criticism and satire which is neatly packaged so that people are able to accept it well, not forced and as it is.

Uncovering the two conceptions of the linguistic sign in Saussure’s lectures: An epistemological inquiry with comments on translational equivalence

The principal object of this study is constituted by two epistemologically distinct models of Ferdinand de Saussure’s depictions of the linguistic sign. The first model pertains to a bilateral conception of the sign as an inseparable unity of two sides that evoke each other in the mind of individuals during their speaking and understanding activities. The second model, termed here as ‘unilateral conception’, has been deduced from Saussure’s understanding of parole, where an idea establishes itself in a sound and a sound becomes the sign for an idea. A survey of related terminological distinctions derived from logic and philosophy as well as linguistic semiotics seems indispensable for presenting the positions of these bilateral and unilateral sign concepts in a typological matrix which could embrace all sign models originating in the sciences of language. The additional purpose of this study is to put forward the idea of epistemological equivalence to be achieved in translational practice. This supplementary focus of interest in particular concentrates around the question of how the translations of sign-related terms, selected from Cours de linguistique générale, reflect the epistemological awareness of their English-speaking translators.

Prividni red u haotičnom svijetu / The Apparent Order in a Chaotic World

The primary objective of this paper is to show how Oedipa Maas, the central character in Thomas Pynchon’s novel The Crying of Lot 49, navigates the world by adhering to traditional and formal methods of rationalization. This entails creating a structured framework for understanding the world and its phenomena through strict logical connectives. Traditionally, such a form of rationalization has been associated with the analytical capacities of individuals, with the expectation that it can yield a singular, valid interpretation of the world. In this paper, we will examine Oedipa Maas’s condition and actions within the framework of two linguistic theories: one positing the existence of universal interpretive tools (Logos) aimed at providing a singular worldview, and the other emphasizing the social historical influences on individuals and the contingent nature of language as tools for interpreting the world. We attribute the first theory to Ferdinand de Saussure and the second to Jacques Derrida. This theoretical foundation will help us highlight the epistemic dimensions of the novel, where the protagonist attempts to adhere to a logocentric approach in her understanding of the world. Oedipa rejects Derrida’s view of language, fearing that it will lead to meaninglessness or chaos, and instead strives for a harmonious vision of the world (cosmos). However, the order she seeks and occasionally perceives is merely a reflection of her interpretive framework. She desires to perceive order, but it exists solely within the confines of her language.

Visual history and semiotics

This paper investigates the reflection of “visual turn”in semiotic research, the relationship between visual history and semiotics. The aim of the research is to investigate the relationship between visual history and semiotics and to reflect this relationship in scholarly research. The English-language works of such famous researchers and cultural theorists as Ferdinand de Saussure, Michel Foucault, Algirdas Julius Greimas, Jean Francois Lyotard, Jacques Lacan, Ludwig Wittgenstein, Jacques Derrida Jacques Derrida, Umberto Eco, Mi-chael Halliday, Charles Peirce, Noam Chomsky, and others were analyzed in this paper. History does not speak for itself, so the work of аhistorian is always interpretive. The appeal to the visual here is not a turn away from other ways, other meanings of making history. The visual is seen here as a special form of knowledge, requiring its own ways of apprehending it. This engagement with the visual will undoubtedly have a significant impact on our understanding of archives and historiography in general but does not claim to privilege the visual domain as offering a special kind of access to the past

ANALISIS PESAN DAKWAH DALAM LIRIK LAGU SEBELUM CAHAYA KARYA BAND LETTO

Islam is a religion that calls on its people to carry out da'wah, one of the da'wah carried out by the Letto band group is da'wah using music, at first glance the band's work is only limited to works about human romance with humans but if examined the song contains many da'wah messages, therefore. This research aims to: Knowing the results of the Analysis of the Song "Before Light" using Ferdinand de Saussure's Structural Semiotics Theory, as well as to find out the da'wah message contained. This research uses qualitative research. Researchers, using a structural semiotics analysis research approach according to Ferdinand de Saussure's theory, to dissect the meaning of the song "Sebelum Cahaya" by the band Letto. This structuralist semiotics thinks using symbols or signs as its starting point. Symbols or signs here are defined as writings or texts that have meaning. Based on the results of the analysis in the song Sebelum Cahaya. From the whole series, researchers get the results, 1) In this study, researchers used Ferdinan de Saussure's theory which has several concepts including parole and langue, signifier and signified, syntagmatic and paradigmatics. Parole and signifier are both in the form of the whole song lyrics before the light from beginning to end. Langue contains meanings in this study, among others, humans who are confused about pursuing dreams to ask God for help to guide them so they don't lose their way. The signifier describes a man who remembers his dreams and ideals that lead to not knowing the direction and purpose of his life. Syntagmatic there are 3 stanzas that are interconnected, the first stanza is a man who has lost his way, the second stanza is man's relationship with Allah, the third stanza is man as an object who asks for help from Allah. Paragdigmatics in this case there is a relationship between the words remembered and forgotten, accompanying, and leaving, as well as strength and weakness. 2) The type of da'wah message contained in the song Sebelum Cahaya contains da'wah messages: aqidah message discusses a human being who does dhikr from a form of faith in God, his morals message discusses a human being who tries istiqomah to carry out the teachings of Islam, his sharia message discusses a human being who loses direction but God will always accompany and invite his people to go to a better path.

Signifier and Signified Meaning In "The Spongebob Squarepants Movie": A Study of Semiotics

Abstract
 In this study, the researcher analyzes the semiotics study of a movie entitled The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie, in which the movie has markers that can be used for this method. The research method chosen by the author is qualitative. The data analysis that has been chosen by the author is The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie; used as the object of analysis. To analyze the study of semiotics, the researcher decided to choose the theory of Ferdinand de Saussure, the theory of semiotics related to signifier- signified. With Ferdinand de Saussure's theory, the researcher finds scenes that contain the Semiotics of the signifier-signified in them. In the movie, the researcher can analyze Ferdinand de Saussure's theory of Semiotics visually. In addition, the researcher can find the Ferdinand de Saussure’s semiotics only 7 scenes.

Pembacaan Heuristik dan Hermeneutik Ferdinand De Saussure Symbol Ketimpangan Gender Dalam Novel Perempuan di Titik Nol

The novel is an imitation of the life of the society around it. Literary works such as novels are cultural products that hold value as a means of communication for conveying ideas in the form of texts or stories, providing thousands of meanings within, especially in discussing the reality of social life. "Woman at Point Zero" is a novel by Nawal El Saadawi that serves as a form of critique directed towards the culture ingrained in her country. Feminist ideas are encapsulated within it, prompting researchers to seek signs and symbols of gender inequality arising from biological differences seen through social, political, and cultural aspects. Employing heuristic and hermeneutic readings with Ferdinand de Saussure's semiotic theory, four quotations about symbols of gender inequality stemming from biological differences are derived from the social aspect, two quotations from the political aspect, and two quotations from the economic aspect

Representasi Makna Perpisahan pada Lirik Lagu “Give Me Five” Karya JKT48: Analisis Semiotika Ferdinand de Saussure

This article contains the representation of the meaning of separation in the lyrics of the song "Give Me Five" by JKT48 (Fer-dinand de Saussure's semiotic study). The semiotic method that will be used in this research is semiotics from Saussure's thought. Saussure's theory explains that signs have interconnected elements, namely signifier and signified. This process connects the song lyrics with the real external world. The results of this research from the lyrics of the song "Give Me Five" by JKT48 have interrelated meanings containing the message that separation is not the end of everything. The meaning of separation contained in the lyrics of the song "Give Me Five" by JKT48 is very strong, because a person cannot avoid the word goodbye, besides that there is motivation to achieve another dream when the separation occurs. The data analysis technique used is analysis using Ferdinand de Saussure's semiotic theory. Saussure's theoretical model focuses more direct attention on the sign itself. In this research on the lyrics of the song "Give Me Five", the researcher makes an interpretation by dividing the entire song lyrics into several stanzas and then the stanzas will be analyzed using Saussure's semiotic theory.

Lobbying and Negotiation Communication Strategy at Film The Negotiation

Globalization's huge expansion of information technology has become a crucial component in the Indonesian people's desire for Hallyu. Hallyu is linked with the realm of entertainment, including music, theater, cinema, and a variety of programs beautifully packaged to promote Korean culture. The growth of South Korean films may also be witnessed in how overseas viewers can appreciate them. The Negotiation, for example, is able to reach the Indonesian market and is available on the local video-on-demand streaming program, Vidio. There are a variety of lobbying and negotiation strategies which can be linked to The Negotiation. Five scenes and dialogues with messages related to communication techniques and business negotiations were selected and analyzed using the semiotic theory of Ferdinand De Saussure's model. A qualitative approach is used in this research procedure. This qualitative research adheres to the symbolic interactionism paradigm, which views human activity as the construction of meaning.

Narrative and Semiotic Analysis on Hajj and Social Issues in Mecca I'm Coming Movie

The research aimed to find out how the narrative and language signs of Hajj correlate with social issues in the Mecca I’m Coming movie. In Indonesian society, Hajj, as one of the Islamic pillars, was not only associated with religious values but also socio-cultural aspects. The research employed a textual approach, incorporating two analytical theories: narrative structure and semiotic signification. The narrative structure model by Lacey and Gilespie was used to ascertain the narrative structure, while Ferdinand de Saussure’s concept of signification was applied to investigate the meanings of the research object. Stuart Hall’s circuit of culture, referred to as the framework analysis model, deepens the study of the research data. The research data were visuals and verbal information related to Hajj and its connection with social issues. The result shows that the object has equilibrium, disruption, disruption (complication), climax, disequilibrium, and new equilibrium narrative structure. The correlation of Hajj and the social issues featured in the film is (1) Hajj as social status; (2) the portrayal of Hajj status as a favored choice for marriage that intensifies in the unfolding of the story’s plot, leading to conflicts and complex situation; lastly (3) the issues of the social media phenomena in the community that appears in a secondary plot in the story through two figures; Bagyo and Tuti.