Problems in English Writing Caused by Differences Between Chinese and English Thinking Patterns and Coping Strategies for Chinese

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10.2991/978-2-38476-004-6_37How to use a DOI?

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The differences between Chinese and English thinking patterns; Expression habits; Chinglish writing; Writing strategies

Abstract

The present study compared the differences between Chinese and English thinking patterns and the problems it poses for Chinese students in English writing, which aims to provide strategies to reduce the occurrence of Chinglish writing and enhance the authenticity of the articles. After reviewing the literature, this paper found that: 1) dialectical argumentation is a common writing method in Chinese, which can result in an ambiguous thesis statement in English writing. Both Chinese instructors and students require deep awareness of logical thinking and apply it to English writing and teaching; 2) Unlike the straightforward structure of an essay in English, the Chinese tend to omit details in writing, which hinders readability and comprehension of English writing. For different writing goals, Chinese students are expected to organize different structures of English writing based on rational thinking; 3) Diverse language conventions are also an essential factor affecting Chinglish writing, reducing the criticality and reliability of the article. Proper usage of English expressions can effectively support Chinese students in achieving correct and authentic English writing. This paper contributes to supplementing academic research gaps, such as the problems that Chinese students encounter in English writing under the influence of Chinese-English thinking differences. It is necessary to inspire future researchers to investigate comprehensive strategies to tackle Chinglish writing and approaches to the instruction of writing. Also, it is helpful to arouse the interest of both teachers and students in exploring and acquiring the differences between Chinese and English thinking, increasing the effectiveness of teaching and learning.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Ningjing Peng
PY  - 2023
DA  - 2023/03/01
TI  - Problems in English Writing Caused by Differences Between Chinese and English Thinking Patterns and Coping Strategies for Chinese
BT  - Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Education, Language and Art (ICELA 2022)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 286
EP  - 294
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-004-6_37
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-004-6_37
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