Abstract
Dictionary has an important role in the language learning process where the dictionary is used as a learning tool. As a learning tool, dictionary can be used independently because there a lot of features in it such as meaning, pronunciation, types of words, word order and structure. At present, dictionaries available in two versions, they are printed and digital versions which can be in the form of websites or applications. The aim of this research is to find out the use of English digital dictionaries by undergraduate students, especially majoring in non-English language program. Based on the results of interviews with informants and a questionnaire administered to 67 students, this study used a qualitative descriptive method with data analysis. The results of the study found that digital dictionaries are used for language learning, translation and to improve English knowledge. It is strongly suggested to government to give access to the internet since those dictionaries sometimes use network. The developer of the application is also encouraged to make it accessible offline. The research team also suggest for future researcher to find out about the effect of using a digital dictionary on English learning.
Highlights
For questions about the ease found in using a digital dictionary, the undergraduate students answered that the digital dictionary is very easy to be carried anywhere and anytime
The undergraduate students asked whether digital dictionary can replace the role of printed version dictionary, most students answered that it could because it followed technology development and digital dictionary is easy to use
On the results of the research team's interviews with several randomly selected undergraduate students, it can be concluded that they use a digital dictionary because it is easy to carry anywhere and easy to use
Summary
English is one of the 10 international languages that are widely spoken throughout the world. English ranks second as the language which most widely adopted as the official language of a country. As the most widely used language in the world, it is only natural that English is included as one of the subjects that must be studied. English is taught to students, both students who are majoring in English and those who are not majoring in English. In order to use English accurately and correctly, we must first know the meaning of the language we use. This is performed there are no translation errors that can lead to miscommunication. One of the tools we can use to help translating is dictionary
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