DIKSI DALAM PENULISAN SURAT LAMARAN KERJA SISWA SMK KARYA BHAKTI PRINGSEWU

Abstract

This study aims to describe the use of diction in job application letters written by students of SMK Karya Bhakti Pringsewu. The research employed a qualitative descriptive method using the data analysis model proposed by Miles. Data were collected through document analysis and analyzed by examining the appropriateness and inappropriateness of diction used in the letters. The results indicate that most students were able to use standard and formal diction in accordance with Indonesian language rules in official correspondence. However, several instances of non-standard and colloquial diction were still found, particularly expressions derived from everyday spoken language. These findings suggest that students’ diction ability is fairly good but still requires improvement, especially in distinguishing between formal and informal language varieties. This study implies that Indonesian language instruction in vocational schools should emphasize continuous practice in using formal diction in job application letters to better prepare students for the workplace.