Ethical Lingua: Journal of Language Teaching and Literature
Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Volume 13 No 1 April 2026

Mastering a New Language as a Process of Social Adaptation: A Case Study of Transfer Students in Language Learning

David Bastiansyah (Unknown)
Sonny Elfiyanto (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
27 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study investigates the challenges faced by transfer students in acquiring a new language and explores the impact of social adaptation on their linguistic proficiency. Utilizing a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through semi-structured interviews and participatory observations. The findings reveal that transfer students struggle with understanding vocabulary, sentence structures, and cultural differences that affect their communication skills. Strategies such as seeking support from peers and teachers and utilizing digital learning tools were found to help students overcome these challenges. Moreover, students who received social support from their peers and educators were more successful in acquiring proficiency in the new language. In contrast, students who experienced social isolation faced more difficulties in language learning. This study highlights the importance of social support in facilitating language acquisition and adaptation for transfer students.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

25409190

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

Ethical Lingua is an online academic journal published by Universitas Cokroaminoto Palopo. The journal publish scholarly articles on the scope of Language Teaching, Learning, and Assessment; Language Curriculum and Material Development; Linguistics and Applied Linguistics; Cultural Issues in ...