- Eğitimde Yeni Yaklaşımlar Dergisi
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- High-frequency verbs in word combinations: An alternative error analysis
High-frequency verbs in word combinations: An alternative error analysis
Authors : Mehmet Kahraman, Gonca Subaşı
Pages : 146-162
Doi:10.70325/eyyad.1758858
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Publication Date : 2025-12-29
Article Type : Research Paper
Abstract :It is often argued that high-frequency verbs are challenging for learners, especially when combined with other words. The present study aims to reveal the use of high-frequency verbs “make” and “do” when they occur in a verb+noun combination in the argumentative essays of Turkish learners of English. In this context, the present study investigated the deviant productions in the learner corpus. The investigation utilized a compilation of essays collected from first-year students studying at an ELT department of a state university in Turkey. Deviant productions were analyzed in three parts: error spots, error types and strategies. The findings of the study showed that learners have some problems with make and do verb+noun combinations. Based on the outcomes of the current study and previous studies, the present study shared theoretical and practical implications, particularly for language teaching settings.Keywords : Eşdizimli sözcükler, derlem, hata analizi, yüksek frekanslı fiiller, kelime kombinasyonları
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