Speech Actions between Visitors at the Brawijaya Museum, Malang

Reva Riani Putri Asyrofi, Dr. Anang Santoso, Dr. Gatut Susanto

Abstract: This research examines speech acts among visitors to the Brawijaya Museum in Malang, East Java. The main aim of this research is to identify and analyze the types and styles of speech acts used by visitors. This study focuses on understanding various illocutionary acts, such as directives and assertives, that are frequently observed during interactions between visitors. Data collection was carried out by observing and recording conversations to analyze pragmatic elements and contextually specific language use. The findings reveal diversity in speech acts, which is influenced by the unique environment of the museum and the diverse backgrounds of the visitors. This research contributes to the field of pragmatics by highlighting how certain settings can shape communicative behavior and language use.

Keywords: Speech acts, pragmatics, illocutionary acts, directives, assertiveness, visitor interactions