Bahasa Adang di Pulau Alor: Kajian Vitalitas Etnolinguistik

Abstract

This study aims to examine the vitality of Adang language in Adang Buom, Teluk Mutiara District, Alor Regency based on indicator of language use. With framework of ethnolinguistic vitality theory, the use of Adang is observed in five domains such as home, religion, transaction, education, government and health institution. Data in this study consists of primary data which obtained through questionnaire and secondary data acquired through literature review. The primary data was processed statistically descriptive by calculating the frequency and percentage of each statement related to language use. The result shows the number of Adang domains amongst Adang Buom community has decreased. Adang is used in conjuction with Indonesian (or Malay-alor), both in private and public domains. The young generation tends to use Indonesian (or Malay-Alor) in home domain. Based on the indicator of language use, Adang in Adang Buom community could be categorized as a language with low ethnolinguistic vitality