Thoughts, dictions and forms of humour in Malay pantun / Tengku Intan Marlina Tengku Mohd Ali and Salinah Ja'afar

Malays and pantun are inseparable. The Malay spirit appears to be bound to the form and expression of pantun. Long before, pantun is an effective form of expression, especially in addressing any issues subtly (Nik Safiah Karim, 2006:136). Malay pantun posses the elements of humour; thoroughly compose for entertainment and insinuation. The hint of humour reflects the uniqueness and creative thinking of Malays. Words selected or diction used clearly shows just how ingenious Malays are in selecting words for humour. Words are properly chosen in line with the couplets and quartrain. Thought and diction are associated in making a splendid and interesting pantun. The humour included in pantun is carefully arranged and in accordance with rhyme and rhythm for the listeners delight. Advice and guidance are incorporated in a comical way. The elements of humour in pantun which exhibit the thought, diction and forms are interesting to discuss. Hence, this paper will be discussing the aspects of thought, diction and forms of humour in Malay pantun