English Transliterated Words Appeared in Sermons Delivered by Buddhadasa Bhikkhu
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The research article aimed at the following objectives: 1) to investigate English transliterated words appeared in sermons delivered by Buddhadasa Bhikkhu in terms of vocabulary bank; and 2) to examine the methods of English transliteration. The qualitative data were collected from Buddhadasa Bhikkhu’s sermons appeared in ten books, and they were analyzed through language contact concept.
The findings revealed that 1) Vocabulary bank were categorized into four namely, specific words relevant to the subject, words related to appliances from modern technology, specific words for places and things, and general words; and 2) The results showed two methods of English transliteration namely, the use of only English transliterated words and the use of English transliteration with explanation in Thai language. It indicated that the use of English transliteration of Buddhadasa Bhikkhu aimed at letting audience comprehend the essence of Dharma precisely and deeply.
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