Totoli language
Could it be extinct
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 20253410 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Siti Fatinah (0000-0002-6564-9893, Heritage Preservation, corresponding author), Ryen Maerina (0000-0002-3174-6951, Heritage Preservation), Heksa Biopsi Puji Hastuti (0000-0001-7400-6171, National Research, Development and Innovation Office), Deni Karsana (0000-0002-7578-7333, Heritage Preservation), Nuraidar Agus (0000-0001-5678-0112, Heritage Preservation), Dwiani Septiana (0000-0001-7951-5004, Heritage Preservation), Andi Indah Yulianti (0000-0003-2059-2333, Heritage Preservation) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Publication date | 2025-12-31 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Cogent Arts and Humanities (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2331-1983 • E-ISSN: 2331-1983 |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/23311983.2024.2432139 |
| OpenAlex | W4405474673 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 3 |
| References cited | 79 |
This study examines the decline of the Totoli language and its contributing factors. Data from 120 respondents and 15 informants, was gathered through surveys, interviews, and observations. With SPSS analysis, show there is a Totoli language shift between generations, with younger people favoring Manado Malay and Indonesian, especially in the education domain, governance, and commerce. This shift extends to religious practices, social interactions, and family dynamics, where younger generations predominantly use Manado Malay, while older speakers still use Totoli but adjust depending on their interlocutor. These findings indicate that Totoli is at risk of extinction but also a point to revitalization opportunities. Key strategies include strengthening intergenerational language transmission, fostering community pride, and addressing the impact of interethnic marriages. The research underscores the importance of local language policies to support Totoli’s survival in various domains
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Introduction
| Unique citing works | 3 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 3 |
| Citation span | 2025 - 2026 (2) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 3 |