COMMON ERRORS IN DERIVATIONAL WORD FORMATION AMONG NON-NATIVE ENGLISH LITERATURE STUDENTS

ABDULLAH, NUR (2025) COMMON ERRORS IN DERIVATIONAL WORD FORMATION AMONG NON-NATIVE ENGLISH LITERATURE STUDENTS. Other thesis, UNIVERSITAS BINA DARMA.

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Abstract

This study investigates common errors in derivational word formation made by students of the English Literature Study Program at Bina Darma University. Vocabulary mastery in English not only depends on the number of words known but also on the ability to form new words through morphological processes, yet many non-native learners struggle with the accurate use of derivational forms. Using a descriptive qualitative design with an error analysis approach, data were collected from the essays of ten fourth-semester students selected through purposive sampling. The analysis employed the Surface Strategy Taxonomy of Dulay, Burt, and Ellis, which classifies errors into omission, addition, misformation, and misordering. The findings revealed that misformation was the most frequent error, such as successness for successful or developation for development, followed by omission, addition, and misordering. These errors were mainly caused by limited morphological knowledge, first language interference, overgeneralization of morphological rules, and insufficient exposure to authentic English input. The study provides theoretical contributions to the field of morphology and practical implications for teaching strategies, helping lecturers identify students’ difficulties and supporting curriculum developers in creating materials that enhance morphological competence.

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