Names— Part 1 採点レポート

提案: Try to reduce the use of filler words like 'umm' and avoid repetition to make your answer more fluent and natural. Also, use linking words to connect your ideas smoothly.

例: Yes, my name consists of two Chinese characters that symbolize independence. My parents chose it because they hope I will grow up to be an independent person with clear thinking and good judgment.

提案: Avoid filler words and incomplete sentences. Make your answer more direct and structured by clearly stating your intention and supporting it with reasons or examples.

例: I would choose a name with a special meaning that reflects the qualities I hope my children will have, such as kindness or strength, similar to how my parents chose my name.

提案: Reduce filler words and avoid repeating the same idea. Use linking words to make your answer coherent and concise.

例: No, it is uncommon in Chinese culture for family members to share the same name. My name is unique within my family and not commonly used in society.

提案: Avoid repetition and filler words. Provide clearer contrast using linking words and give specific examples to support your points.

例: Yes, there are differences. In the past, parents often chose names without much thought about their meanings. However, nowadays, many Chinese parents carefully select names that carry positive meanings and reflect their hopes for their children.

提案: Clarify your answer by giving specific examples of popular names or characters. Use linking words to improve coherence and avoid vague expressions.

例: Yes, certain Chinese characters that represent virtues like 'peace' or 'strength' are more popular. Parents often choose these names to wish their children good qualities.

× my name comes from 2 Chinese characters which symbolizes umm, independence.

✓ my name comes from 2 Chinese characters which symbolize umm, independence.

The subject '2 Chinese characters' is plural, so the verb should be 'symbolize' instead of 'symbolizes' to agree in number.

× my family, the members in my family, doesn't have uh, the same name as mine.

✓ my family, the members in my family, don't have uh, the same name as mine.

The phrase 'members in my family' is plural, so the verb should be 'don't have' instead of 'doesn't have' to agree with the plural subject.

× there are some Chinese characters that carries a really important meanings

✓ there are some Chinese characters that carry really important meanings

The subject 'Chinese characters' is plural, so the verb should be 'carry' instead of 'carries'. Also, 'meanings' is plural, so 'important' should not have 'a' before it.