Analysing Variation In English

Author : Warren Maguire,April M. S. McMahon
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : English language
ISBN : 1139009451

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Analysing Variation in English by Warren Maguire,April M. S. McMahon Pdf

"Analysing Variation in English brings together a range of perspectives on the collection, analysis and broader relevance of variable language data. In the first half of the book, the focus is firmly on the description and comparison of methods for collecting and analysing examples of variation in language. Novel quantitative and computational methods are introduced and exemplified alongside more traditional approaches. The innovative second half of the book establishes and tests the relevance of language variation to other aspects of linguistics such as language change, and to other disciplines such as law and education. Each chapter concludes with a 'Where next?' section, providing guidance on further reading, but also pointers to under-researched areas, designed to help identify good topics for projects and dissertations. Designed to be used by students as well as researchers, the book will be welcomed by those working in English language and linguistics, sociolinguistics or language change"--

Author : Charles James Nice Bailey,Roger W. Shuy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : English language
ISBN : UOM:39015004681741

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New Ways of Analyzing Variation in English by Charles James Nice Bailey,Roger W. Shuy Pdf

Author : Ralph W. Fasold
Publisher : Georgetown University Press
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0878402071

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Analyzing Variation in Language by Ralph W. Fasold Pdf

This collection of different perspectives on language variation serves as a companion volume to New Ways of Analyzing Variation in English.

Author : Warren Maguire,April McMahon
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 347 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2011-02-03
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781139497046

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Analysing Variation in English by Warren Maguire,April McMahon Pdf

Analysing Variation in English brings together a range of perspectives on the collection, analysis and broader relevance of variable language data. In the first half of the book, the focus is firmly on the description and comparison of methods for collecting and analysing examples of variation in language. Novel quantitative and computational methods are introduced and exemplified alongside more traditional approaches. The innovative second half of the book establishes and tests the relevance of language variation to other aspects of linguistics such as language change, and to other disciplines such as law and education. Each chapter concludes with a 'Where next?' section, providing guidance on further reading, but also pointers to under-researched areas, designed to help identify good topics for projects and dissertations. Designed to be used by students as well as researchers, the book will be welcomed by those working in English language and linguistics, sociolinguistics or language change.

Author : Axel Bohmann
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2019-11-21
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781108618618

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Variation in English Worldwide by Axel Bohmann Pdf

World Englishes is one of the most active fields of present day linguistic research. This book provides a comprehensive overview of variation in English across the globe, by analysing a large corpus of texts from the English speaking world. The analysis draws on a larger number of individual texts and linguistic features than previous studies have done. It includes a systematic comparison of the influence of register and national variety on variation in English world-wide, and explores patterns of variation in both qualitative and quantitative terms. The results provide a testing ground for theoretical models, and highlight the importance of register in mediating linguistic differences across national varieties.

Author : Günter Rohdenburg,Britta Mondorf
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter
Page : 582 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 3110176475

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Determinants of Grammatical Variation in English by Günter Rohdenburg,Britta Mondorf Pdf

The future of English linguistics as envisaged by the editors of Topics in English Linguistics lies in empirical studies which integrate work in English linguistics into general and theoretical linguistics on the one hand, and comparative linguistics on the other. The TiEL series features volumes that present interesting new data and analyses, and above all fresh approaches that contribute to the overall aim of the series, which is to further outstanding research in English linguistics.

Author : Douglas Biber,Susan Conrad
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2014-06-11
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781317884200

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Variation in English by Douglas Biber,Susan Conrad Pdf

Studies in Language and Linguistics General Editors- Geoffrey Leech, Department of Modern English Language, Lancaster University and Jenny Thomas, School of English and Linguistics, University of Wales, Bangor Broad-ranging and authoritative, Studies in Language and Linguistics is an occasional series incorporating major new work in all areas of linguistics. Variation in English- Multi-Dimensional Studies provides both a comprehensive view into a relatively new technique for studying language, and a diverse, exciting collection of studies of variation in English. The first part of the book provides an explanation of multi-dimensional (MD) analysis, a research technique for studying language variation. MD is a corpus-based approach developed by Doug Biber that facilitates large-scale studies of language variation and the investigation of research questions that were previously intractable. The second part of the book contains studies that apply Biber's original MD analysis of English to new domains. These studies cover the historical evolution of English; specialized domains such as medical writing and oral proficiency testing; and dialect variation, including gender and British/American. The third part of the book contains studies that conduct new MD analyses, covering adult/child language differences, 18th century speech and writing, and discourse complexity. Readers of this book will become familiar with the analytical techniques of multi-dimensional analysis, with its applicability to a wide variety of language issues, and with the findings of important studies previously published in diverse journals as well as new studies appearing for the first time.

Author : Sali A. Tagliamonte
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2006-05-11
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781139451321

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Analysing Sociolinguistic Variation by Sali A. Tagliamonte Pdf

The study of how language varies in social context, and how it can be analyzed and accounted for, are the key goals of sociolinguistics. Until now, however, the actual tools and methods have been largely passed on through 'word of mouth', rather than being formally documented. This is the first comprehensive 'how to' guide to the formal analysis of sociolinguistic variation. It shows step-by-step how the analysis is carried out, leading the reader through every stage of a research project from start to finish. Topics covered include fieldwork, data organization and management, analysis and interpretation, presenting research results, and writing up a paper. Practical and informal, the book contains all the information needed to conduct a fully-fledged sociolinguistic investigation, and includes exercises, checklists, references and insider tips. It is set to become an essential resource for students, researchers and fieldworkers embarking on research projects in sociolinguistics.

Author : Douglas Biber
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1991-12-19
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0521425565

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Variation Across Speech and Writing by Douglas Biber Pdf

Similarities and differences between speech and writing have been the subject of innumerable studies, but until now there has been no attempt to provide a unified linguistic analysis of the whole range of spoken and written registers in English. In this widely acclaimed empirical study, Douglas Biber uses computational techniques to analyse the linguistic characteristics of twenty three spoken and written genres, enabling identification of the basic, underlying dimensions of variation in English. In Variation Across Speech and Writing, six dimensions of variation are identified through a factor analysis, on the basis of linguistic co-occurence patterns. The resulting model of variation provides for the description of the distinctive linguistic characteristics of any spoken or written text andd emonstrates the ways in which the polarization of speech and writing has been misleading, and thus enables reconciliation of the contradictory conclusions reached in previous research.

Author : Axel Bohmann
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2019-11-30
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1108707165

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Variation in English World-wide by Axel Bohmann Pdf

World Englishes is one of the most active fields of present day linguistic research. This book provides a comprehensive overview of variation in English across the globe, by analysing a large corpus of texts from the English speaking world. The analysis draws on a larger number of individual texts and linguistic features than previous studies have done. It includes a systematic comparison of the influence of register and national variety on variation in English world-wide, and explores patterns of variation in both qualitative and quantitative terms. The results provide a testing ground for theoretical models, and highlight the importance of register in mediating linguistic differences across national varieties.

Author : Manfred Krug
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 539 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2013-10-24
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781107004900

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Research Methods in Language Variation and Change by Manfred Krug Pdf

This systematic, state-of-the-art survey is ideal for both novice researchers and professionals interested in extending their methodological repertoires.

Author : J. K. Chambers,Natalie Schilling
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 628 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2018-05-01
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781119457084

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The Handbook of Language Variation and Change by J. K. Chambers,Natalie Schilling Pdf

Reflecting a multitude of developments in the study of language change and variation over the last ten years, this extensively updated second edition features a number of new chapters and remains the authoritative reference volume on a core research area in linguistics. A fully revised and expanded edition of this acclaimed reference work, which has established its reputation based on its unrivalled scope and depth of analysis in this interdisciplinary field Includes seven new chapters, while the remainder have undergone thorough revision and updating to incorporate the latest research and reflect numerous developments in the field Accessibly structured by theme, covering topics including data collection and evaluation, linguistic structure, language and time, language contact, language domains, and social differentiation Brings together an experienced, international editorial and contributor team to provides an unrivalled learning, teaching and reference tool for researchers and students in sociolinguistics

Author : Sali A. Tagliamonte
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2011-08-26
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781444344455

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Variationist Sociolinguistics by Sali A. Tagliamonte Pdf

Variationist Sociolinguistics: Change, Observation, Interpretation presents a comprehensive, intermediate level examination of Language Variation and Change, the branch of sociolinguistics concerned with linguistic variation in spoken and written language. Represents the most up-to-date coverage of the history, developments, and methodologies of variationist sociolinguistics Addresses all aspects of linguistic variation, including areas not usually covered in introductory texts, e.g. the phonological, morpho-syntactic, discourse/pragmatic Outlines comparative sociolinguistic approach, data collection, methodological issues; and addresses state-of-the-art contemporary quantitative methods and statistical practice Features cutting-edge research at an appropriate level to facilitate student learning Engages students throughout with a variety of pedagogical features, including Mini Quizzes to test comprehension, extensive Exercises at the end of each chapter, the opportunity to do hands-on quantitative analysis of a never-before published data set, and Notes and Tips that offer insight into conducting sociolinguistic research. Extra materials and answers to the exercises are available at www.wiley.com/go/tagliamonte

Author : Mark Kaunisto
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2015-07-14
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9789401204644

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Variation and change in the lexicon by Mark Kaunisto Pdf

The present volume is a corpus-based study of the occurrence, variation, and change in the use of English adjective pairs in -ic and -ical over several centuries. The study involves the analysis of large, multi-million-word corpora representing the English language at various stages. It examines the nature of competition between the two affixes: what kind of rivalry existed, what kinds of words entered into competition, and in what ways the rivalry was resolved. The book presents close studies of six notably differentiated -ic/-ical adjective pairs, namely classic/classical, comic/comical, economic/economical, electric/electrical, historic/historical, and magic/magical, as well as commentaries on some 40 other -ic/-ical pairs, which manifest different types of shifts in use through history. It also includes critical discussion of general perceptions on and approaches to the practical use of corpora, stressing the importance of close and careful study of the materials under analysis. It further emphasises the value of consulting a variety of sources alongside corpora, including dictionaries and language usage manuals. This volume is of interest to language scholars in many fields, including corpus linguistics, diachronic linguistics, semantic change, lexicology, and word formation.

Author : Jenny Cheshire
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2009-07-30
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0521117151

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Variation in an English Dialect by Jenny Cheshire Pdf

Dr Cheshire's fieldwork concentrates on phonological variation in spontaneous everyday conversation. She interviews a group of non-standard English speakers living in Reading, Berkshire. Her data provides a basis for a perceptive analysis of variation in contemporary English and of the nature and function of variation in general. She specifically focuses on morphological and syntactic variation, and thus also provides a valid description between standard English and a variety used by working-class speakers, which will interest not only linguists including sociolinguists and dialectologists, but many workers in education. Linguistic and social constraints on variation are established, and the analysis also demonstrates how speakers are able to exploit the resources of the language system to convey social meaning. The data Dr Cheshire has collected are in themselves an important contribution to the study of language in its social context, whilst the analysis has significant theoretical implications for diachronic and synchronic linguistics.