Extension of Dictionary Resource Use by Japanese Language Learners

DOI
  • JI Tian
    National Institute for Japanese Language and Linguistics
  • SANO Ayako
    National Institute for Japanese Language and Linguistics
  • ISHIGURO Kei
    National Institute for Japanese Language and Linguistics

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Other Title
  • 日本語学習者の辞書リソース利用の拡張
  • A Study on Vocabulary Search Behavior Using Smartphones by Korean and Chinese Speakers
  • 韓国語・中国語話者によるスマホを用いた語彙検索行動の実態

Description

We analyzed the vocabulary search behaviors of upper-intermediate level Korean and Chinese native speakers, focusing on the resources used, input methods, and cases where the search was unsuccessful from the perspective of resource selection. In terms of dictionary resources, most Korean native speakers predominantly used the NAVER dictionary, while Chinese native speakers mainly used the MOJi dictionary, with some other resources being utilized. Regarding input methods, both groups primarily used the method of converting Romaji to Hiragana. However, Korean native speakers more frequently used copy-paste and handwriting input, while Chinese native speakers less frequently used these methods, instead relying on Pinyin or Zhuyin input. Upon analyzing cases where searches were unsuccessful, it became evident that for idiomatic expressions, specialized terms, loanwords, and onomatopoeia, utilizing not only dictionary apps but also machine translation, generative AI, and internet searches incorporating images and videos is necessary. Japanese language instructors are deemed crucial to adopt a broad and flexible approach in selecting resources for vocabulary searches and to provide learners with strategies for selecting resources that match these specific search terms.

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Details 詳細情報について

  • CRID
    1390584475741661568
  • DOI
    10.11448/jtje.26.51
  • ISSN
    21857881
    13451995
  • Text Lang
    ja
  • Data Source
    • JaLC
  • Abstract License Flag
    Disallowed

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