The Use of Dhomir in Paired Communication

Mastery of the Arabic language in communication represents a crucial skill in reflecting an individual’s ability to employ it in conversation. This study aims to assess the level of understanding regarding the use of dhomir (pronouns) in paired communication among Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) students enrolled in the Teaching Arabic Communicative course. The study employed a quantitative research design, with data collected through questionnaires distributed to students following two-way paired conversation activities. A total of 195 respondents, comprising undergraduates from various years of study, participated in the survey. The findings indicate that, although the majority of students understood the meaning of dhomir, they continued to encounter difficulties in identifying its application within conversations as well as in using it accurately. This highlights the need for more frequent paired practice. The primary challenges identified include confusion in selecting the appropriate dhomir when applying contextual usage related to gender, number, and changes in nouns and verbs. Accordingly, the study recommends the adoption of interactive communication activities as a more effective approach in teaching dhomir. This includes frequent communicative exercises and greater emphasis on its application within conversational practice. The implications of this study underscore the importance of paired and group communication exercises, as well as role-play simulations, in the learning process. Ultimately, this research contributes to the teaching and learning of Arabic by emphasizing the practical integration of grammatical elements into communication.

Dhomir, komunikasi berpasangan, kefahaman

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