A Comparative Corpus-based Study on the Use of Phrasal Verbs by Turkish EFL Learners and L1 English Speakers

This study investigates the usage of phrasal verbs (PVs) by Turkish learners of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) compared to native English speakers. Using corpus linguistics, the research compares spoken and written language samples to identify patterns of overuse, underuse, or avoidance of PVs by learners. The aim is to provide data-driven insights that can inform teaching methodologies and the development of learning materials for EFL students. The findings highlight specific areas where Turkish learners' PV usage differs from native speakers, particularly in the spoken register, and offer practical recommendations for educators and learners. The research focuses on identifying the most frequently used phrasal verbs, adverbial verb particles (AVPs), and lexical verbs (LVs) in both learner and native corpora. It aims to understand whether Turkish EFL learners' choices in PVs align with those of native speakers and to pinpoint any tendencies towards underuse, especially in spoken contexts. This comparative analysis seeks to address the challenges learners face with PVs due to their complexity, multiple meanings, and syntactic structures, offering a corpus-informed approach to improve language teaching and learning.

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