An Analysis of Banyumas Dialect Influence toward Students’ English Pronunciation

Abstract

In using a foreign language, pronunciation is affected by learners’ native language. English learners with Banyumas dialect will be distinctively recognized in their English. This present study is aimed to find out the differences in segmental features between Banyumas dialect and English and to describe the extent to which the Banyumas dialect influences students’ English pronunciation. The research uses the descriptive qualitative method. There are 30 sources of data (students) from two different classes. The subjects are originally from Banyumas and use Banyumas dialect in their daily communication. The writer conducts English pronunciation tests and records the students’ voices. The test includes 105 words consisting of each English vowels, consonants, and diphthongs. Besides, other supporting data are collected through document analysis, questionnaires, and observation. The study concludes that there are some differences in segmental features between Banyumas dialect and English, which have a negative influence on students’ English pronunciation. There are many pronunciation errors found on students’ pronunciation test results. Errors in pronunciation might be difficult to change if it becomes a habit. Teachers and students need to be aware of the differences between native language and foreign-language sound systems because it might be more valuable than error correction.