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The Implementation of Language Exchange on The Hellotalk App to Practice the Speaking Skills of Students in The Mandarin Language Education Study Program State University of Malang Amalia, Rizki; Sobara, Iwa; Fefi Laksana Sakti, Karina
Journal of Chinese Language and Culture Studies Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17977/um073v3i22024p74-88

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This study evaluates the implementation of Language Exchange through the HelloTalk app to enhance the speaking skills of Mandarin Language Education students at State University of Malang, Class of 2022. In the era of globalization, Mandarin language skills are becoming increasingly important. A descriptive qualitative method was used to collect data through observation, questionnaires, and interviews. The results show that language exchange via HelloTalk positively impacts students' confidence and motivation in speaking Mandarin. Students feel more comfortable communicating with native speakers and gain a more interactive learning experience. Although some challenges relate to app feature access, most students recommend its use. This study suggests integrating Language Exchange with apps like HelloTalk to boost students' confidence and motivation in Mandarin language learning. Future research is recommended to involve participants from more diverse backgrounds and explore the potential of language exchange in learning other languages.
The Polysemic Interpretation of the Verb 打: A Semantic Analysis of Articles from Qiāndǎo Rìbào (《千岛日报》) Eza Febrian Putri, Amira; Fefi Laksana Sakti, Karina; Ikhwandana, Miftakhul; Amel Shabrina, Vylla
Proceeding of International Conference on Education, Language, Literacies, and Literary Studies (ICONELS) Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): Interdisciplinary Approaches to Language, Literature and Linguistics in Digital
Publisher : Nexus Publishing NXP

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63011/iconels.v2i1.70

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Polysemy in semantic studies refers to a linguistic phenomenon in which a single word has multiple related meanings. In Mandarin, the verb 打 (dǎ) is a commonly encountered polysemous word in basic Mandarin language learning. This study aims to analyze the various meanings of the verb 打 (dǎ) using a qualitative approach, focusing on its contextual usage. Using the Qiandao Ribao (《千岛日报》) newspaper, edition of December 1, 2023, as the primary data source, this study identifies the semantic variations of 打 (dǎ) based on its collocations and surrounding context. The findings reveal that 打 (dǎ) has 19 diverse meanings, ranging from physical actions and communication to abstract expressions. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of polysemy in Mandarin and enriches insights into the cognitive processes involved in meaning interpretation in foreign language learning. It is hoped that this study will serve as a significant reference in the semantic course, particularly in analyzing polysemous verbs like 打 (dǎ), which will become an analytical study material for students.