
ABSTRAK Bahasa Indonesia memiliki kedudukan strategis bukan hanya sebagai alat komunikasi, tetapi juga sebagai instrumen fundamental dalam pembentukan karakter siswa di lingkungan pendidikan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis peran bahasa Indonesia dalam membangun jati diri, etika, dan kepribadian siswa melalui studi literatur kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pembentukan karakter melalui bahasa Indonesia mencakup empat dimensi utama: (1) internalisasi identitas nasional melalui pemahaman fungsi bahasa nasional dan negara; (2) penerapan kesantunan berbahasa sebagai cermin etika dan moralitas; (3) pemanfaatan karya sastra sebagai media penanaman nilai moral, sosial, dan spiritual; serta (4) pengembangan literasi yang berkontribusi pada disiplin diri dan kematangan akademik. Melalui pembelajaran yang integratif, bahasa Indonesia berfungsi sebagai sarana transformasi sosial yang mampu melahirkan generasi emas yang tidak hanya cerdas secara intelektual, tetapi juga memiliki integritas dan budi pekerti luhur. Kata Kunci: Bahasa Indonesia, Pembentukan Karakter, Kesantunan Berbahasa, Sastra, Literasi. ABSTRACT Indonesian language holds a strategic position not only as a communication tool but also as a fundamental instrument in shaping students' character within educational environments. This study aims to analyze the role of the Indonesian language in building students' identity, ethics, and personality through a qualitative literature review. The results indicate that character building through the Indonesian language encompasses four main dimensions: (1) the internalization of national identity by understanding the functions of the national and state language; (2) the application of linguistic politeness as a reflection of ethics and morality; (3) the utilization of literary works as a medium for instilling moral, social, and spiritual values; and (4) the development of literacy which contributes to self-discipline and academic maturity. Through integrative learning, the Indonesian language functions as a means of social transformation capable of producing a golden generation that is not only intellectually bright but also possesses integrity and noble character. Keywords: Indonesian Language, Character Building, Linguistic Politeness, Literature, Literacy.
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