TYPES OF MATHEMATICAL VOCABULARY AND THEIR APPLICATION IN ACADEMIC DISCOURSE
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.47390/ydif-y2026v2i14/n16Keywords:
mathematical vocabulary, authentic texts, terminology, academic vocabulary, lexical difficulties.Abstract
This article analyzes the main types of mathematical vocabulary and the challenges associated with their use and comprehension in mathematical texts. The linguistic analysis of authentic mathematical texts revealed that the language of mathematics consists of general English vocabulary, academic vocabulary, specialized terminological units, mathematical symbols, and discourse markers that ensure the logical coherence of the text. The findings indicate that these lexical layers create linguistic, semantic, and phonetic difficulties for students in the process of reading and understanding mathematical texts. Therefore, these lexical units should be taught not in isolation but in close connection with their functional use and the overall meaning of the text. Such an approach is an essential prerequisite for improving students' comprehension of mathematical texts and for the effective development of their lexical competence.
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