Analyzing the problems of vocabulary mastery among students majoring in English at UIN Syekh Ali Hasan Ahmad Addary Padangsidimpuan

Hasibuan, Avika Indah (2025) Analyzing the problems of vocabulary mastery among students majoring in English at UIN Syekh Ali Hasan Ahmad Addary Padangsidimpuan. Undergraduate thesis, UIN Syekh Ali Hasan Ahmad Addary Padangsidimpuan.

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Abstract

This research analyzes the problems students face in learning vocabulary among sixth-semester students majoring in English at UIN Syekh Ali Hasan Ahmad Addary State Islamic University Padangsidimpuan. The main aim is to identify students' challenges in Learning English. This research employs a quantitative descriptive method, using a questionnaire as the primary data collection tool. The study involved 63 sixth-semester students, with a sample of 30 students selected through simple random sampling from the TBI-2 class. Data analysis was conducted using quantitative methods to assess responses collected through the questionnaires. The findings reveal that the majority of students experience difficulties in learning vocabulary. Specifically, the data show that 13.33% of students agreed, while 17.83% disagreed. The dominant issue identified was pronunciation, which 40.0% of students found to be the most difficult aspect. Overall, the data indicate a negative response from students regarding vocabulary mastery. Based on the analysis, it can be concluded that students continue to face significant challenges in mastering vocabulary and need to engage in further learning to strengthen their vocabulary skills.

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