This article examines the influence of motivation on English language acquisition among university students. It explores intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors, their impact on language progress, and the role of learning environments and digital tools. The findings reveal that highly motivated students acquire vocabulary 35–40% faster, and interactive learning platforms significantly enhance motivation and engagement levels.

motivation, language acquisition, English learning, university students, intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation, digital learning tools.

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