Differential Argument Marking: Volume 1 Author : Nora Moser Subject : Language and Linguistics Differential argument marking is an umbrella term for languages encoding the same grammatical function, such as the subject or the object, in different ways. It consists of non-uniform encoding of arguments Read More |
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Differential Argument Marking: Volume 2 Author : Nora Moser Subject : Language and Linguistics Differential argument marking is an umbrella term for languages encoding the same grammatical function, such as the subject or the object, in different ways. It consists of non-uniform encoding of arguments Read More |
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Grammaticalization Scenarios: Cross-linguistic Variation and Universal Tendencies Author : Valentina Sparks Subject : Language and Linguistics Grammaticalization is a process of language change through which words representing objects and actions are transferred into grammatical markers. New function words are thus created by deriving them from Read More |
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Information Structuring from a Cross-linguistic Perspective Author : River Johnston Subject : Language and Linguistics Information structuring describes the way in which information is formally packaged in a sentence. It includes those aspects of information that react to the passing state of the receiver's mind. The basic Read More |
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Language Acquisition: Learning to Use Language in Context Author : Neil Stokes Subject : Language and Linguistics Language acquisition is the process of acquiring the capacity to perceive and comprehend language, and to produce and use words and sentences in order to communicate. It involves the acquisition of structures, Read More |
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Linguistics: An Introduction to Language and Communication Author : Jordan Davidson Subject : Language and Linguistics The scientific study of language which involves the analysis of the form and meaning of language is known as linguistics. It also includes the analysis of political, social, historical and cultural factors Read More |
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Post-Editing and Translation: Problem-Solving Practices Author : Barney O'Rourke Subject : Language and Linguistics Technological progress has had a significant impact on the field of translation. Machine translation by computer systems is increasingly being used by translators, agencies and clients. The process of Read More |
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Roots of the Language: An Elementary Guide Author : Bianca James Subject : Language and Linguistics Language is the manifestation of human communication through which knowledge, belief and behavior can be experienced, explained and shared. The essence of language is embedded in the very essence of life. Read More |
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The Dynamics of the Linguistic Systems Author : Sabrina Bond Subject : Language and Linguistics Language can be characterized as usage-based, functionalist, dynamic, and complex-adaptive system. The scientific study of language and the analysis of every aspect of language, their methods of studying Read More |
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Author : Audrey Porter Subject : Language and Linguistics Dialectology is the science of linguistic dialects that mainly studies variations in language based on geographical distribution and the features associated with them. It is a sub-field of sociolinguistics. Read More |