Abstract
This research was aimed to describe in detail the structure and social functions of the Tale Nasihat Pernikahan in Sungai Liuk, Sungai Penuh city, by examining each element that constitutes the structure of tale nasihat pernikahan and how its soscial function plays a role in the community. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach. The primary data consists process involves identifying and categorizing the structural elements of the Tale based on Waluyo’s theory, as well as interpreting its social function using William R. Bascom theory. The results show that structurally, Tale Nasihat Pernikahan includes elements such as diction, imagery, figures of speech, rhyme, and rhythm, theme, feeling, tone, and message. Functionally, Tale Nasihat Pernikahan serves two main functions: as a system of projection and as an educational tool.