Narasi

Narasi, in Indonesian and Malay usage, refers to the act of storytelling or the representation of a sequence of events in written or spoken form. In broader terms, narasi is the construction of a narrative, including how events are organized, who tells the story, and what meanings are foregrounded. The concept originates from the Latin narratio and is widely used in literature, journalism, film, and digital media.

Core elements include plot (alur), characters (tokoh), setting (latar), point of view (sudut pandang), and the narrative voice. Narration can be in first person, third person, or other perspectives, influencing how readers interpret events. Narrative time and pace, including flashbacks and foreshadowing, shape how suspense and meaning accumulate.

Types of narasi may be categorized by purpose: narasi deskriptif focuses on description; narasi eksposisi provides information or explanation; narasi argumentatif proposes a claim and supports it; narasi naratif primarily tells a story with a plot. In practice, many narratives blend elements across types.

Uses and functions: to entertain, persuade, preserve memory, or convey cultural values. In academic contexts, narasi is analyzed through narrative theory, including concepts of voice, reliability, intertextuality, and structure. Modern media increasingly combines narrative with multimedia techniques to create immersive experiences.