Abstract:
This research investigates the use of curse utterance at SedanauVillage in
West Bunguran of Natuna Regency. The data collection technique is implemented
by interviewing, recording, and note taking of the utterances done by informants.
The data is analyzed to reveal the use of curse utterance in terms of form,
reference, and use. The finding of this research shows that the classification of
curse words used by Sedanau society in term of form is divided into word, phrase,
and clause. Based on the reference, it is distinguished into situation, animal, evil,
thing, part of the body, and profession. At last, the use of curse utterance by
Sedanau people of West Bunguran is classified situation, the situation is divided
into serious and relax.
