Retention of Feminine and Masculine Words by Iranian EFL Learners

Abstract

The main concern of the present study was to probe the probable differences between Iranian male and female EFL learners in learning and retention of feminine and masculine words. It was an attempt to investigate whether males and females EFL learners differ significantly in learning and recalling feminine and masculine words. To carry out this study, a total of 32 male and female subjects of Iran language institute in Arak were randomly selected from among two groups of males and females. A vocabulary test and a background questionnaire were administrated to both groups. According to statistical analyses: No significant difference was observed between males and females in masculine and feminine words retention.