The Influence of Multilingualism on Sentence Structure in Indonesian: A Syntactic Study in Border Regions

Abstract

This study explores the impact of multilingualism on sentence structure in the Indonesian language, focusing on syntactic analysis in border regions. The research employs a qualitative methodology, relying on literature review and library research to examine how exposure to multiple languages influences sentence construction in Indonesian. In border regions, where linguistic interactions are frequent, speakers often incorporate syntactic elements from neighboring languages into their Indonesian speech. This study analyzes the syntactic variations that arise due to such multilingual interactions, highlighting specific cases where Indonesian sentence structures diverge from standard norms. By examining existing literature on syntactic theory and multilingualism, this research identifies patterns and tendencies in sentence structure alterations. The findings suggest that multilingualism significantly affects the syntactic structure of Indonesian, particularly in regions where language contact is frequent. These changes include variations in word order, use of auxiliary verbs, and sentence complexity. The study contributes to a deeper understanding of how linguistic diversity impacts language use in multilingual societies, providing insights that are relevant for language policy and education in Indonesia's border regions.