Abstract:
This study aimes at investigating difficulties encountered by
EFL undergraduates in using derivational morphemes. The
researcher used descriptive and lyrical method quantitatively in
its designing task. The researcher used a test to collect data. The
sample of the study consisted of 30 students at Sudan University
of Science and Technology College of Languages department of
English 2nd level. The data were analyzed by using the statical
package for social sciences program (SPSS) . The analysis of
the date showed that there were difficulties encountered by EFL
students in using and understanding derivational morphemesAt the end of the study the researcher presented some
recommendations. These recommendations which focus on
paying more attention to the use of derivational morphemes;
moreover, students at university level should receive more
practice on the use of derivational morphemes, along with some
suggestions for further studies.
