Code Switching and Code Mixing in Connie Wong’s Astrolobitch: A Sociolinguistic Analysis

Abstract

This study analyzes code switching and code mixing in the novel Astrolobitch by Connie Wong by applying Poplack’s theory and Muysken’ theory. The research is motivated by the increasing use of multiple languages in modern communication, especially among bilingual speakers, which is also reflected in literary works. Code switching and code mixing are important aspects of sociolinguistics as they represent language variation, identity, and communication style. The objective of this study is to identify and classify the types of code switching and code mixing found in the Astrolobitch novel.This research uses a qualitative descriptive method, as the data are presented in the form of words, phrases, clauses, and sentences. The data source is the novel Astrolobitch, particularly the dialogues containing mixed language use. The data are collected through several steps, including reading the novel thoroughly and noting the occurrences of code switching and code mixing. The collected data are then analyzed using Poplack’s (1980) theory to classify types of code switching and Muysken’s(2000) theory to classify types of code mixing.The result of this research found 79 data which include code switching and code mixing, in code switching, inter-sentential switching is the most dominant type with 18 (45%), followed by intra-sentential switching with 16 (40%), and tag switching with 6 (15%) and In code mixing, insertion becomes the most dominant type with 27 (69%), followed by alternation with 8 (21%), and congruent lexicalization with 4 (10%). In conclusion, this research contributes to the field of sociolinguistics by providing a clearer understanding of language variation in literary works and reflecting contemporary bilingual communication styles.