Meaning And Grammar Of Nouns And Verbs

Author : Doris Gerland,Christian Horn,Anja Latrouite,Albert Ortmann
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 429 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2014-11-05
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9783110720075

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Meaning and Grammar of Nouns and Verbs by Doris Gerland,Christian Horn,Anja Latrouite,Albert Ortmann Pdf

The papers collected in this book cover contemporary and original research on semantic and grammatical issues of nouns and noun phrases, verbs and sentences, and aspects of the combination of nouns and verbs, in a great variety of languages. A special focus is put on noun types, tense and aspect semantics, granularity of verb meaning, and subcompositionality. The investigated languages and language groups include Austronesian, East Asian, Slavic, German, English, Hungarian and Lakhota. The collection provided in this book will be of interest to researchers and advanced students specialising in the fields of semantics, morphology, syntax, typology, and cognitive sciences.

Author : Kate Woodford,Guy Jackson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1550 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 0521824230

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary by Kate Woodford,Guy Jackson Pdf

The Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary is the ideal dictionary for advanced EFL/ESL learners. Easy to use and with a great CD-ROM - the perfect learner's dictionary for exam success. First published as the Cambridge International Dictionary of English, this new edition has been completely updated and redesigned. - References to over 170,000 words, phrases and examples explained in clear and natural English - All the important new words that have come into the language (e.g. dirty bomb, lairy, 9/11, clickable) - Over 200 'Common Learner Error' notes, based on the Cambridge Learner Corpus from Cambridge ESOL exams Plus, on the CD-ROM: - SMART thesaurus - lets you find all the words with the same meaning - QUICKfind - automatically looks up words while you are working on-screen - SUPERwrite - tools for advanced writing, giving help with grammar and collocation - Hear and practise all the words.

Author : Lester Kaufman,Jane Straus
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2021-04-16
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781119652847

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The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation by Lester Kaufman,Jane Straus Pdf

The bestselling workbook and grammar guide, revised and updated! Hailed as one of the best books around for teaching grammar, The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation includes easy-to-understand rules, abundant examples, dozens of reproducible quizzes, and pre- and post-tests to help teach grammar to middle and high schoolers, college students, ESL students, homeschoolers, and more. This concise, entertaining workbook makes learning English grammar and usage simple and fun. This updated 12th edition reflects the latest updates to English usage and grammar, and includes answers to all reproducible quizzes to facilitate self-assessment and learning. Clear and concise, with easy-to-follow explanations, offering "just the facts" on English grammar, punctuation, and usage Fully updated to reflect the latest rules, along with even more quizzes and pre- and post-tests to help teach grammar Ideal for students from seventh grade through adulthood in the US and abroad For anyone who wants to understand the major rules and subtle guidelines of English grammar and usage, The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation offers comprehensive, straightforward instruction.

Author : Gordon Winch
Publisher : New Frontier Publishing
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1921042184

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The Foundation Grammar Dictionary by Gordon Winch Pdf

The essential grammar handbook for students.

Author : Gordon Winch
Publisher : New Frontier Publishing
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 097508965X

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Primary Grammar Dictionary by Gordon Winch Pdf

The 'Growing up with Grammar' series and its adjunct, THE PRIMARY GRAMMAR DICTIONARY, are at the cutting edge of modern practice in the teaching of English grammar in the primary school. The four student books cover the development of necessary grammatical knowledge, from the early years to the end of the junior school in a practical and readily accessible form. The grammar is taught within the context of use, across a spectrum of literary and factual text types, and insights on modern grammar beyond the sentence are included. The series has been carefully researched and is written by one of the most published authors in the field of primary school English in Australia.

Author : Hidesaburō Saitō
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1898
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UCAL:$B257704

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Practical English Grammar: Nouns, articles, adjectives, pronouns by Hidesaburō Saitō Pdf

Author : Masayoshi Shibatani,Sandra A. Thompson
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0198238711

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Grammatical Constructions by Masayoshi Shibatani,Sandra A. Thompson Pdf

In recent years there has been a resurgence of interest in grammatical constructionsunits of grammar representing formmeaning correspondences. The movement in which Construction Grammar, as developed by Charles Fillmore and Paul Kay, has played a significant role, has arisen in part as aresponse to the Chomskyan modular approach, which treats grammatical constructions as epiphenomenal, dismantling their component features and attributing these to general principles of grammar. This volume is the first collection to focus on grammatical constructions per se, and is dedicated to Charles Fillmore in recognition of his leadership in the field. The papers all reflect or elaborate on his work, which shows how lexicon, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics interact in givingconstructions their individual holistic characters as basic units of grammar. Several approaches to constructions are represented here, dealing with topics that range from idiomatized constructions to traditional forms such as conditionals, relative clauses, and benefactive constructions. A unifying thread is the shared conviction that close examination of the nature ofgrammatical constructions, with particular emphasis on their idiosyncrasies and on the complex interrelationships among their forms, functions, meanings, and uses in ordinary speech and writing, provides a rich foundation upon which to build a theory of cognition, memory, and grammar.

Author : Talmy Givón
Publisher : John Benjamins Publishing
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9789027220981

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English Grammar by Talmy Givón Pdf

The approach to language and grammar that motivates this book is unabashedly functional; grammar is not just a system of empty rules, it is a means to an end, an instrument for constructing concise coherent communication. In grammar as in music, good expression rides on good form. Figuratively and literally, grammar like musical form must make sense. But for the instrument to serve its purpose, it must first exist; the rules must be real, they can be explicitly described and taught. This book is intended for both students and teachers, at college level, for both native and nonnative speakers. With the guidance of a teacher this book will serve as a thorough introduction to the grammar of English. Volume I begins with words and their meanings, then on to propositions and simple state or event clauses – participant roles, verb types, transitivity, subjects and objects. It then covers the grammatical sub systems commonly found in simple clauses: Verbal inflections, auxiliaries and the grammar of tense-aspect modality and negation; articles determiners, pronouns and the grammar of referential coherence; the variety of noun phrases and noun modifiers.

Author : Roger Berry
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2015-06-12
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781317495321

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From Words to Grammar by Roger Berry Pdf

From Words to Grammar is a different introduction to grammar for students. Taking a word-based approach to grammar, this innovative book introduces the subject through the analysis of over a hundred of the most commonly used English words. Each unit focuses on a different word class, using an analysis of specific words which includes: an introduction to the grammar of each word; examples of real world usage featuring that word; exercises with answers. This unique approach not only introduces students to grammar but also provides them with an understanding of how grammar works in everyday English. Written by an experienced teacher and author, From Words to Grammar is ideal for all students of English Language.

Author : Gerald Nelson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2010-10-25
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781136954979

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English: An Essential Grammar by Gerald Nelson Pdf

English: An Essential Grammar is a concise and user-friendly guide to the grammar of modern English, written specifically for native speakers and based on genuine samples of contemporary spoken and written English. In the first four chapters, this book covers the essentials of English grammar, beginning with the basics and going on to deal with phrase, clause and sentence structure. A fifth chapter deals with English word formation and spelling, including problem spellings and British and American spelling variants. Features include: discussion of points that often cause problems guidance on sentence building and composition practical spelling guidelines explanation of grammatical terms a set of exercises at the end of each chapter appendix of irregular verbs. With numerous language examples bringing grammar to life, this Essential Grammar will help you read, speak and write English with greater confidence. It is ideal for everyone who would like to improve their knowledge of English grammar. Gerald Nelson is Professor in the English Department at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, and formerly Reader in the Department of English Language and Literature, University College London, UK.

Author : C. Edward Good
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : English language
ISBN : 096543625X

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A Grammar Book for You and I-- Oops, Me! by C. Edward Good Pdf

This inviting book introduces readers anew to the eight parts of speech and common grammatical problems, the tension between nouns and verbs, the controversy of the active versus passive voice, and the power of a verb-based style.

Author : Alexander Bain
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1873
Category : English language
ISBN : WISC:89048894802

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A Higher English Grammar by Alexander Bain Pdf

Author : Petra M. Vogel,Bernard Comrie
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter
Page : 529 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2011-05-03
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9783110806120

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Approaches to the Typology of Word Classes by Petra M. Vogel,Bernard Comrie Pdf

The series is a platform for contributions of all kinds to this rapidly developing field. General problems are studied from the perspective of individual languages, language families, language groups, or language samples. Conclusions are the result of a deepened study of empirical data. Special emphasis is given to little-known languages, whose analysis may shed new light on long-standing problems in general linguistics.

Author : Mark C. Baker
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2003-03-13
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0521001102

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Lexical Categories by Mark C. Baker Pdf

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Author : Susan Strauss,Parastou Feiz,Xuehua Xiang
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 575 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-11
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781317665045

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Grammar, Meaning, and Concepts by Susan Strauss,Parastou Feiz,Xuehua Xiang Pdf

Grammar, Meaning, and Concepts: A Discourse-Based Approach to English Grammar is a book for language teachers and learners that focuses on the meanings of grammatical constructions within discourse, rather than on language as structure governed by rigid rules. This text emphasizes the ways in which users of language construct meaning, express viewpoints, and depict imageries using the conceptual, meaning-filled categories that underlie all of grammar. Written by a team of authors with years of experience teaching grammar to future teachers of English, this book puts grammar in the context of real language and illustrates grammar in use through an abundance of authentic data examples. Each chapter also provides a variety of activities that focus on grammar, genre, discourse, and meaning, which can be used as they are or can be adapted for classroom practice. The activities are also designed to raise awareness about discourse, grammar, and meaning in all facets of everyday life, and can be used as springboards for upper high school, undergraduate, and graduate level research projects and inquiry-based grammatical analysis. Grammar, Meaning, and Concepts is an ideal textbook for those in the areas of teacher education, discourse analysis, applied linguistics, second language teaching, ESL, EFL, and communications who are looking to teach and learn grammar from a dynamic perspective.