英语词汇学习中的石化现象

On the Petrifaction of Word Meaning and Vocabulary Learning Principles

词汇是语言的建筑材料,是表示意义的最小单位,因此词汇学习在整个语言学习过程中就显得尤为重要。但是英语词义的石化现象对学生正确理解和得体运用词汇带来了许多影响。因此,教师在词汇教学中应掌握一定的原则,尽可能减少和避免词义石化现象对学生英语词汇学习产生的负迁移。

The vocabulary is the constructing material in a language.It is the smallest component in expressing meaning,and is therefore an important part in the process of language learning.This article analyzes the petrifaction of word meaning in English and its impact on learners' comprehension and the correct use of words.It also puts forth the general principles in vocabulary teaching in English.