Analyzing Praise Dynamics: Non-Native English Speakers' Use of Adjacency Pairs in Language Teaching at De Access Hotel and Culinary Training Centre

Authors

  • Gandung Aulia Wiratmoko Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta, Indonesia
  • Agus Wijayanto Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta, Indonesia
  • Malikatul Laila Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta, Indonesia
  • Radityo Tri Nugroho Islamic University of Kalimantan Muhammad Arsyad Al Banjari, Indonesia
  • Afifah Linda Sari Antasari State Islamic University, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18592/let.v15i1.16028

Keywords:

Non-Native Speakers, Adjacency Pairs, Preferred, Dispreferred

Abstract

This research delves into the use of adjacency pairs in conversations between non-native speakers and EFL learners at De Access Hotel and Culinary Training Centre, employing discourse analysis. The study aimed to identify patterns of adjacency pairs in compliment exchanges and explore the preferred and dispreferred responses. Using a descriptive qualitative approach with a case study design, data were collected through passive observer participation observation during language classes. The researcher transcribed and analyzed spoken conversations, revealing consistent (Q – A) and (Q – A, Q – A, Q – A) patterns, emphasizing question-answer exchanges. Positive utterances (U) and non-verbal gestures (G) added diversity, while complex patterns like (Q (Q – A) A) and (U (Q – A) U) showcased layered interactions. The preferred response predominantly featured (Question – Answer), occurring seven times, followed by (Requesting – Acceptance) six times, while dispreferred responses were rare, primarily (Question – Unexpected Answer). This research provides English Department students with insights into adjacency pair patterns, preferred and dispreferred responses, enhancing classroom communication.

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2025-06-27

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Wiratmoko, G. A. ., Wijayanto, A. ., Laila, M. ., Radityo Tri Nugroho, & Sari, A. L. . (2025). Analyzing Praise Dynamics: Non-Native English Speakers’ Use of Adjacency Pairs in Language Teaching at De Access Hotel and Culinary Training Centre. LET: Linguistics, Literature and English Teaching Journal, 15(1), 25–49. https://doi.org/10.18592/let.v15i1.16028

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