Intercultural Communication of Political Issues on Twitter Platform: Cyber Discourse Analysis

Mutiara Romi Artika; Devi Sofilla; Raslima Simorangkir; Vanny Wulandari; Khairun Nisa; Dian Marisha Putri

doi:10.32734/lingpoet.v6i1.19316

Authors

Mutiara Romi Artika English Literature Department, Faculty of Cultural Science, Universitas Sumatera Utara
Devi Sofilla English Literature Department, Faculty of Cultural Science, Universitas Sumatera Utara
Raslima Simorangkir English Literature Department, Faculty of Cultural Science, Universitas Sumatera Utara
Vanny Wulandari English Literature Department, Faculty of Cultural Science, Universitas Sumatera Utara
Khairun Nisa English Literature Department, Faculty of Cultural Science, Universitas Sumatera Utara
Dian Marisha Putri English Literature Department, Faculty of Cultural Science, Universitas Sumatera Utara

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32734/lingpoet.v6i1.19316

Keywords:

Hall; low high context; Twitter; CDA

Abstract

This study aims to identify how high-context and low-context communication is represented in Twitter posts and to analyze the differences in communication styles between the two countries, particularly in the context of high-context and low-context communication using Edward Hall’s theory. The method in this research is qualitative design with the data are three tweets related about #KawalPutusanMK and about new American presidential election. The result in this research highlights cultural differences in tweets, with Indonesians using indirect, context-dependent language reflecting collectivism, while Americans favor direct, explicit communication reflecting individualism. These patterns underscore the need to understand cultural values to enhance cross-cultural online interactions.

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