The Acquisition Of Diminutives

Author : Ineta Savickien?,Wolfgang U. Dressler
Publisher : John Benjamins Publishing
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2007-01-01
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 902725303X

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The Acquisition of Diminutives by Ineta Savickien?,Wolfgang U. Dressler Pdf

This cross-linguistic volume innovates research of the acquisition of diminutives in the inflecting-fusional languages Lithuanian, Russian, Croatian, Greek, Italian, Spanish, German and Dutch, the agglutinating languages Turkish, Hungarian and Finnish and in the introflecting Hebrew. These languages differ in various aspects relevant for the acquisition of diminutives and the development of pragmatics in early child language. Diminutive formation often tends to be the first pattern of word formation to emerge. The main reason for this seems to lie in the pragmatic functions of endearment, empathy, and sympathy, which make diminutives particularly appropriate for child-centred communication. A main topic of this book is the relation of emergence and early development between diminutives and other categories of word formation and inflection. The greater degree of morphological productivity and transparency, as well as phonological saliency, favors the use of diminutives. In this case diminutives may facilitate the acquisition of inflection.

Author : Stela Manova,Laura Grestenberger,Katharina Korecky-Kröll
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2023-12-18
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9783110792942

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Diminutives across Languages, Theoretical Frameworks and Linguistic Domains by Stela Manova,Laura Grestenberger,Katharina Korecky-Kröll Pdf

This volume addresses a number of issues in current morphological theory from the point of view of diminutive formation, such as the role of phonology in diminutives and hypocoristics and consequently its place in the overall architecture of grammar, i.e. phonology-first versus syntax/morphology-first theoretical analyses, diminutives in the L1 acquisition of typologically diverse languages, and the borrowing of non-diminutive morphology for the expression of diminutive meanings, among others. Among the peculiarities of diminutive morphology discussed are the relation between diminutives and mass nouns, the avoidance of diminutives in plural contexts in some languages, and the relatively frequent semantic bleaching and reanalysis of diminutive forms cross-linguistically. Special attention is paid to the debate on the head versus modifier status of diminutive affixes (corresponding to high versus low diminutives in alternative analyses), with data from spoken and sign languages. Overall, the volume addresses a number of topics that will be of interest to scholars of almost all linguistic subfields and per

Author : Steven Gillis,Annick De Houwer
Publisher : John Benjamins Publishing
Page : 457 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1998-01-01
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9789027250650

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The Acquisition of Dutch by Steven Gillis,Annick De Houwer Pdf

In the present-day context of cross-linguistic perspectives on language acquisition, The Acquisition of Dutch offers a much needed overview of the wealth of Dutch child language research that was hitherto lacking. Its comprehensive coverage in terms of topics, its many new theoretical contributions and its focus on providing a solid basis for cross-linguistic comparisons will be of interest to linguists and psycholinguists studying child language everywhere.The volume consists of four thematic chapters preceded by an introductory overview. The thematic chapters cover early speech development in the first year of life, the acquisition of phonology, the lexicon and syntax. The consolidated list of references cover most of the work on Dutch child language in the last few decades.

Author : Klaus P. Schneider
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-24
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9783110929553

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Diminutives in English by Klaus P. Schneider Pdf

That English has no diminutives is a common myth. The present study shows, however, that English does possess diminutives, and not only analytic but also synthetic diminutive markers. Analytic markers include, first and foremost, little, as well as other adjectives from the same word field, whereas the inventory of synthetic markers comprises suffixes as, for instance, -ie, -ette, -let, -kin, -een, -s, -er, -poo and -pegs. These markers are examined from a grammatical and a pragmatic perspective in an integrative formal-functional framework. The grammatical perspective involves phonological, morphological and semantic features, while the pragmatic perspective involves pragmalinguistic as well as sociopragmatic features on the levels of the speech act and larger interactive units in dialogue. The findings reveal that English diminutive suffixes are, in fact, among the most productive suffixes of the English language. While the suffixes share a number of features, each has developed its own profile, specifically regarding semantic and pragmatic features. In everyday conversation, there is a division of labour between the synthetic and the analytic type of formation concerning the communicative functions of diminutives and their distribution in discourse. The choice of formal device and its function depend crucially on pragmatic factors, notably on the illocution, the interactive status, the realisation strategy, and the politeness value of the utterances in which diminutives are employed, and also on the relationship between the interlocutors.

Author : Stela Manova
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 301 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780190210434

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Affix Ordering Across Languages and Frameworks by Stela Manova Pdf

This volume advances our understanding of how word structure in terms of affix ordering is organized in the languages of the world. Affix ordering is a central issue in linguistic theory and there has been much research on the topic. The present volume contributes novel data from typologically diverse well-studied and lesser-studied languages as well as original analyses, and covers the major approaches in the field. Unlike previous research, most of the contributions in this collection consider more than one language.

Author : Ferenc Kiefer,Mária Ladányi,Péter Siptár
Publisher : John Benjamins Publishing
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9789027248404

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Current Issues in Morphological Theory by Ferenc Kiefer,Mária Ladányi,Péter Siptár Pdf

The present volume contains selected papers from the 14th International Morphology Meeting held in Budapest, 13–16 May 2010, organized under the auspices of the Research Institute for Linguistics of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. The selection of papers presented here addresses problems of language use in one or another sense, covering issues of regularity, irregularity and analogy, as well as the role of frequency in morphological complexity, morphological change and language acquisition. The languages discussed include Dutch, German, Greek, Hungarian, Lovari (Romani) and Russian. The contributors are Anna Anastassiadis-Symeonidis, Mario Andreou, Márton András Baló, Dunstan Brown, Gabriela Caballero, Anna Maria Di Sciullo, Wolfgang U. Dressler, Roger Evans, Alice C. Harris, László Kálmán, Katharina Korecky-Kröll, Sabine Laaha, Laura E. Lettner, Maria Mitsiaki, Péter Rácz, Angela Ralli, Péter Rebrus, Alan K. Scott, and Miklós Törkenczy.

Author : Peter Arkadiev,Axel Holvoet,Björn Wiemer
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 562 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2015-08-17
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9783110343953

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Contemporary Approaches to Baltic Linguistics by Peter Arkadiev,Axel Holvoet,Björn Wiemer Pdf

This book is a collection of articles dealing with various aspects of the Baltic languages (Lithuanian, Latvian and Latgalian), which have only marginally featured in the discourse of theoretical linguistics and linguistic typology. The aim of the book is to bridge the gap between the study of the Baltic languages, on the one hand, and the current agenda of the theoretical and typological approaches to language, on the other. The book comprises 13 articles dealing with various aspects of phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, lexicon, and their interactions, plus a lengthy introduction, whose aim is to outline the state of the art in the research on the Baltic languages. The contributions are data-driven, being based on field-work, corpus research, and data published in the sources not accessible to the general linguistic audience. On the other hand, all contributions are informed in the relevant contemporary linguistic theories and in the advances of linguistic typology. Some of the contributions aim at a more detailed, accurate and theoretically informed description of the data, others look at the Baltic material from a more theoretical point of view, still others assume an areal-typological or contact perspective.

Author : Nicola Grandi
Publisher : Edinburgh University Press
Page : 752 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2015-06-03
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780748681778

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Edinburgh Handbook of Evaluative Morphology by Nicola Grandi Pdf

Reviews and debates the latest theoretical approaches to evaluative morphology

Author : Stela Manova,Laura Grestenberger,Katharina Korecky-Kröll
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2023-12-18
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9783110792874

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Diminutives across Languages, Theoretical Frameworks and Linguistic Domains by Stela Manova,Laura Grestenberger,Katharina Korecky-Kröll Pdf

This volume addresses a number of issues in current morphological theory from the point of view of diminutive formation, such as the role of phonology in diminutives and hypocoristics and consequently its place in the overall architecture of grammar, i.e. phonology-first versus syntax/morphology-first theoretical analyses, diminutives in the L1 acquisition of typologically diverse languages, and the borrowing of non-diminutive morphology for the expression of diminutive meanings, among others. Among the peculiarities of diminutive morphology discussed are the relation between diminutives and mass nouns, the avoidance of diminutives in plural contexts in some languages, and the relatively frequent semantic bleaching and reanalysis of diminutive forms cross-linguistically. Special attention is paid to the debate on the head versus modifier status of diminutive affixes (corresponding to high versus low diminutives in alternative analyses), with data from spoken and sign languages. Overall, the volume addresses a number of topics that will be of interest to scholars of almost all linguistic subfields and per

Author : Patricia J. Brooks,Vera Kempe
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 785 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2014-03-28
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781483346434

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Encyclopedia of Language Development by Patricia J. Brooks,Vera Kempe Pdf

The progression from newborn to sophisticated language user in just a few short years is often described as wonderful and miraculous. What are the biological, cognitive, and social underpinnings of this miracle? What major language development milestones occur in infancy? What methodologies do researchers employ in studying this progression? Why do some become adept at multiple languages while others face a lifelong struggle with just one? What accounts for declines in language proficiency, and how might such declines be moderated? Despite an abundance of textbooks, specialized monographs, and a couple of academic handbooks, there has been no encyclopedic reference work in this area--until now. The Encyclopedia of Language Development covers the breadth of theory and research on language development from birth through adulthood, as well as their practical application. Features: This affordable A-to-Z reference includes 200 articles that address such topic areas as theories and research tradition; biological perspectives; cognitive perspectives; family, peer, and social influences; bilingualism; special populations and disorders; and more. All articles (signed and authored by key figures in the field) conclude with cross reference links and suggestions for further reading. Appendices include a Resource Guide with annotated lists of classic books and articles, journals, associations, and web sites; a Glossary of specialized terms; and a Chronology offering an overview and history of the field. A thematic Reader’s Guide groups related articles by broad topic areas as one handy search feature on the e-Reference platform, which includes a comprehensive index of search terms. Available in both print and electronic formats, Encyclopedia of Language Development is a must-have reference for researchers and is ideal for library reference or circulating collections.

Author : S. Gillis,Annick De Houwer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Children
ISBN : STANFORD:36105023188787

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The Acquisition of Dutch by S. Gillis,Annick De Houwer Pdf

Author : W. Fase,K. Jaspaert,S.J. Kroon
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2013-12-19
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781134379491

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The State of Minority Languages by W. Fase,K. Jaspaert,S.J. Kroon Pdf

Many regional languages across the world are threatened by modernization and urbanization whilst the universal and rapid rise of migration has created new and unprecedented forms of multilingualism. Aspects of education, national policies and attitudes towards minority languages are documented.

Author : Morton Ann Gernsbacher,Sharon J. Derry
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1304 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2022-05-13
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781317708445

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Proceedings of the Twentieth Annual Conference of the Cognitive Science Society by Morton Ann Gernsbacher,Sharon J. Derry Pdf

This volume features the complete text of the material presented at the Twentieth Annual Conference of the Cognitive Science Society. As in previous years, the symposium included an interesting mixture of papers on many topics from researchers with diverse backgrounds and different goals, presenting a multifaceted view of cognitive science. This volume contains papers, posters, and summaries of symposia presented at the leading conference that brings cognitive scientists together to discuss issues of theoretical and applied concern. Submitted presentations are represented in these proceedings as "long papers" (those presented as spoken presentations and "full posters" at the conference) and "short papers" (those presented as "abstract posters" by members of the Cognitive Science Society).

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Language and languages
ISBN : WISC:89103418091

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Journal of Linguistics by Anonim Pdf

Author : Ineta Savickienė
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : STANFORD:36105112397869

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The Acquisition of Lithuanian Noun Morphology by Ineta Savickienė Pdf

The present study is the very first to give a description of the acquisition of Lithuanian noun morphology. The aim of this investigation is to describe when and how the particular grammatical categories of the noun emerge in the speech of a Lithuanian child. It also aims at providing an interpretation of "errors" (i.e., a linguistic behaviour which does not match the model of adult language) and at proposing reasons why such errors occur. In addition, the results obtained by the analysis are tested against cross-linguistic data. This monograph is a thoroughly reworked and adapted English version of the Lithuanian monograph "Lietuvio vaiko daiktavardzio morfologija". The work is based on the rich longitudinal data collected from the Lithuanian girl Ruta. Lithuanian is, at least in the realm of morphology, the most conservative of all living Indo-European languages, the one with the richest and most complex inflectional morphology. Diminutive formation (the other topic of this monograph) is also very rich in types and the richest in tokens among all European languages. Thus acquisition of its morphology is of particular interest.