The Use of Idioms in Novel Sun by Tere Liye

Abstract

Background: Idioms play an important role in novels, especially in conversation and writing. The novel Sun (2019) explores themes of friendship, adventure, and life's journey. Analysis of this novel is important for understanding the meaning and types of idioms used. Objective: This study aims to identify, classify, and analyze idioms based on their form and meaning in the novel Sun. Method: This research uses a qualitative descriptive method. The author collected data from a novel and analyzed it based on Boatner and Gates' theory, which divides idioms into four forms: lexical idioms, phrasal idioms, frozen idioms, and proverbs. Results: This study shows that idioms can be found in various forms. This is evidenced by the number of idioms identified in the novel: there are 42 idioms classified into 4 forms, 32 lexical idioms, divided into 4 parts, 17 verbal idioms, 10 nominal idioms, 3 adjective idioms, and 2 adverbial idioms, 10 phrasal idioms, no frozen idioms, and no proverbs. Conclusion: The idioms in the novel Sun are well-structured and have a variety of types. The themes raised contain moral messages related to human values, friendship, family, courage, and the importance of protecting the environment.