An Investigation of Cognitive Synonym Synonymy in the One Piece Live Action

Abstract

This study aimed to describe the use of cognitive synonymy in the One Piece live-action film, focusing on how words with similar meanings are employed to reflect conceptual or mental similarities between expressions. The research was conducted using a qualitative descriptive method. The data consisted of dialogues in selected scenes of the One Piece live-action film that contained instances of cognitive synonymy. The sources of data were the film scripts and video content. Techniques used to collect data included observation, documentation, and note-taking of relevant dialogues. Data analysis was carried out through data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The findings revealed 56 instances of cognitive synonymy, which were used to convey emotional tone, emphasize meaning, and support natural communication among characters. Each use of cognitive synonymy demonstrated how conceptual relationships between words shaped character interactions, narrative flow, and viewers’ understanding. The study also highlighted that cognitive synonymy contributes to meaning variation, aids in character development, and provides valuable insights for English learners to recognize semantic nuances in audiovisual media.