A Morphological Study of Jargon Used in Animation Production in the Facebook Group Professional Animators

Authors

  • Tazkya Nayla Kuntadi Universitas Pamulang
  • Anita Kusumawati Universitas Pamulang

Keywords:

animation, jargon, word formation

Abstract

This research aims to identify the types of word formation found in jargon used in animation production by animators and to analyze the functions of those word formations. The study employed a descriptive qualitative method to examine the data. In conducting the analysis, the researcher applied Yule’s (2010) theory of word formation processes and Klegr’s (2019) theory of word formation functions. The data were collected from posts and comments in the Facebook Group Professional Animators from April 21, 2020, to April 11, 2025. The findings revealed 31 jargon terms consisting of 2 conversions, 2 acronyms, 2 blendings, 4 borrowings, 7 derivations, 11 compoundings, and 3 multiple processes. In terms of function, 22 jargon terms were identified as having a naming function, while 9 terms functioned as condensation through nominalization. The study concludes that jargon in the animation industry is predominantly formed through compounding processes, reflecting the need to create specialized terms that are exclusive to the field. Furthermore, the findings indicate that most jargon terms are primarily formed to name new concepts and technical processes within animation production.

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Published

2026-04-10

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Tazkya Nayla Kuntadi, & Anita Kusumawati. (2026). A Morphological Study of Jargon Used in Animation Production in the Facebook Group Professional Animators. Paradigma Lingua, 6(2), 100–106. Retrieved from https://openjournal.unpam.ac.id/index.php/Paradigma/article/view/59208

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Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): Paradigma Lingua: Jurnal Penelitian Bahasa dan Sastra

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