乌干达初级阶段汉语学习者词汇学习偏误成及教学对策研究以麦克雷雷达学孔子学院为例

Abstract

With the continuous development of Chinese as an international language, an increasing number of beginner learners are studying Chinese. However, due to the unique features of Chinese vocabulary in terms of pronunciation, meaning, and word formation, learners at the beginner level often make various vocabulary learning errors. This study takes beginner level Chinese learners at the Confucius Institute at Makerere University as the research subject. Through classroom observation, questionnaires, and interviews, it analyzes the types and causes of vocabulary learning errors. The findings indicate that negative transfer from the mother tongue, the complexity of Chinese vocabulary, inappropriate learning strategies, and teaching related factors are the main causes of these errors. Based on these findings, the study proposes practical teaching and learning strategies to improve learners’ vocabulary acquisition and enhance the effectiveness of Chinese learning. Keywords: Beginner level Chinese learners; vocabulary learning; error analysis; mother tongue transfer; Confucius Institute