SEMANTIC ANALYSIS OF FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE FOUND IN “FROZEN” MOVIE
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.33884/basisupb.v12i2.10066Keywords:
Semantics, Figurative Language, Meaning, MovieAbstract
This research investigates the use of figurative language in the animated “Frozen” movie, focusing on identifying the types and meanings of figurative expressions used by the characters. The significance of this study lies in its contribution to understanding how non-literal language enriches character dialogue and narrative depth in popular media. The study adopts a qualitative descriptive approach, with the data collected by transcribing the dialogue from the movie and analyzing it using the classification of figurative language proposed by literary theorists such as Johnson et al. (2017) and Keraf (2009). The researcher employed a non-participatory observation technique, identifying expressions based on their structure and contextual meaning. The findings revealed fifteen instances of figurative language consisting of simile (4), metonymy (3), metaphor (1), hyperbole (2), personification (3), and alliteration (2). These results highlight the creative use of language in “Frozen” movie, demonstrating how figurative expressions enhance emotional resonance and character development. This study recommends future research to explore other forms of figurative language or apply alternative theoretical frameworks to expand the scope of analysis.
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