NAVIGATING THE SEAS OF LANGUAGE: THE IMPORTANCE OF ENGLISH TERMINOLOGY FOR MARITIME ENGINEERING CADETS

Evangelia Giovanoglou

Abstract


Maritime engineering cadets operate in an international context where English functions as the lingua franca of the seas. Effective communication using standardized English terminology is not only essential for operational safety and technical accuracy but also for the global mobility and professional competence of cadets. This article explores the necessity of acquiring English maritime terminology and provides pedagogical strategies for mastering such vocabulary within the curriculum of a merchant marine academy. Drawing on academic literature, International Maritime Organization (IMO) guidelines, and educational research, this article argues for a robust integration of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) in maritime engineering education.

 

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Maritime English, English for Specific Purposes (ESP), English terminology acquisition, maritime communication

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.46827/ejse.v11i3.6057

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