A study on common mistakes in learning vocabulary made by the first year non-English majors at Hai Phong Management and Technology University and some suggested solutions

Abstract

According to Wilkins, without grammar, very little information is conveyed, but without vocabulary, nothing is conveyed. The above quote shows the primary importance of vocabulary in learning a language. Although it is a small cell, it is a key factor in forming learners' language skills. Vocabulary is extremely important because it provides conversational input without properly understanding the input, learning simply cannot progress. With rich capital vocabulary, learners themselves will develop communication, essay writing, and speaking skills. Moreover, thanks to the abundance of vocabulary, learners can understand other people's ideas as well as express themselves clearly and concisely. In addition, without vocabulary, no communication can be achieved. Language learners, especially those who learn English as a foreign language in a non-native setting find it difficult to practice speaking English because of the lack of vocabulary. This small study helps find out the common mistakes that first-year non-English at Hai Phong Management and Technology University students make in learning vocabulary and suggests some solutions to help students learn vocabulary effectively. I hope that my research would bring students some recommendations for their vocabulary.