The Role of Grammar in Second Language Acquisition

Abstract

Grammar refers to the structures of language. The process by which the linguistic structures of a second language is acquired is in some ways analogous to primary language development, and is in some ways different from primary language development, According to Larsen-Freeman (2003) students develop grammaring skill as they acquire through making grammar decisions about meaning, use, and form. Grammaring, alongside listening, speaking, reading and writing is the ability to use grammar structures accurately, meaningfully, and appropriately. Grammar lessons arc not only about knowing language systems, but about knowing to use language. Meaningful interaction is required in the target language learning. Students arc concentrated on the learning of communicative act. This paper focuses on the discussion about how second language learners develop grammaring skill in the language acquisition through linguistic exposure.