Effects of Idiomatic Expressions in Filipino among Grade 9 Students of Natalia V. Ramos Memorial Integrated School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The artistry and creativity of communication is always enhanced by the use of colourful language. This is an intentional diversification in the use of words. Communication is not direct or ordinary because one has to fully think in order to understand its meaning. The first objective of this study is to Identify the effects of the use of Idiomatic expressions in the Filipino subject for the Grade 9 students in Navera V. Ramos Memorial Integrated School. The aim of this research is to find out the ways that idiomatic words can be used as well as how it affects or influences the students. It also aims to propose recommendations to help in the development of their vocabulary whether in written form or verbal use. The study is focus only on the students of the 9th grade. The number of respondents is ninety five (95) in the school year 2017-2018.

METHODS

The research used the descriptive method. It was made using the Descriptive Survey Research Design. It made use of questions to give information and collect data on effects on the use of idiomatic expressions by students of literature and novels. The research was done with the use of a thorough and well-thought examination using various statistical methods. It was tallied together and the weighted mean and percentage taken by the researchers.

RESULTS

Based on the results, Idiomatic expressions were used more often on writing in discussing literature and novels in the Filipino subject. It results in the increased use and better practice by students not only in comprehensive reading but also in actual writing. It is also very helpful in measuring the ability in their use of idiomatic expressions in writing or speaking.

DISCUSSIONS

The complete results of this study are fully in accordance with the statement of the respondents that there is a positive effect in the use of idiomatic expressions in the whole learning and personality of the students. It is important that they feel comfortable using these expressions in their everyday speech and writing. Idioms are not only part of language but also part of universal communication.