The Syntax Of Spoken Brazilian Portuguese

Author : Earl W. Thomas
Publisher : Vanderbilt University Press
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 0826512216

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The Syntax of Spoken Brazilian Portuguese by Earl W. Thomas Pdf

Increased personal contact among people of all parts of the world has underscored the inadequacy of traditional language study to meet contemporary communications needs. Linguistic science, in recent years, has responded to this breakdown of communications by emphasizing spoken, versus literary, language in the teaching of foreign languages. Very real differences do exist between what is spoken and what is written in virtually every language. In Brazilian Portuguese, especially, the gulf between the two is wide: In many cases, the most cultured Brazilian is unable to comprehend with ease Brazilian literature written only fifty years ago. THE SYNTAX OF SPOKEN BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE is the first thorough analysis of the spoken language of contemporary Brazil, in English, for students and teachers of the language. Useful as a text in advanced language courses, the work is intended primarily for reference and as a research aid to future authors of Portuguese language textbooks.

Author : Roberta Pires De Oliveira,Ina Emmel,Sandra Quarezemin
Publisher : John Benjamins Publishing Company
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2020-05-08
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9789027261205

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Brazilian Portuguese, Syntax and Semantics by Roberta Pires De Oliveira,Ina Emmel,Sandra Quarezemin Pdf

This book opens with Angelika Kratzer and Luigi Rizzi talking about contemporary issues, such as non-recursiveness of focus and the semantics of topics. The chapters climb down the spine from the left periphery to DP: the value of subjunctive across the history of German, expressive expressions in Brazilian Portuguese, left and right dislocation and the speaker’s perspective in Italian, Brazilian double subjects and left dislocated topic, long versus short wh-movement in Brazilian Portuguese and Quebec French, low adverbs and the raising of the verb in Brazilian Portuguese, ellipsis and null objects in Brazilian and European Portuguese, and bare singulars in Brazilian Portuguese. The chapters propose original accounts for language variation and historical changes, most of them focusing on Brazilian Portuguese, a challenge to syntax and semantics. Thus, the volume contributes to Brazilian and Portuguese Linguistics, as well as to general and contemporary research on syntax and semantics of natural languages.

Author : Mary A. Kato,Ana Maria Martins,Jairo Nunes
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 523 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2023-04-30
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780521860611

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The Syntax of Portuguese by Mary A. Kato,Ana Maria Martins,Jairo Nunes Pdf

A comprehensive look at the syntactic properties of Portuguese, focusing on differences between European and Brazilian Portuguese such as their pronominal and agreement systems, null subjects, null complements and word order. It is essential reading for researchers and students of Portuguese language, Romance linguistics and theoretical syntax.

Author : Albert Wall
Publisher : John Benjamins Publishing Company
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2017-11-15
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9789027264657

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Bare Nominals in Brazilian Portuguese by Albert Wall Pdf

Over the last three decades, Brazilian Portuguese bare nominals have turned into a hot topic in the cross-linguistic study of nominal syntax and semantics. This contribution is the first comprehensive, book-length treatment of the issue, covering both the long-standing discussion about the adequate analysis of these forms as well as the establishment of a solid empirical basis for future research. The book goes further than previous accounts in also taking into consideration the phonetic-phonological dimension, showing the advantages of a more comprehensive account. The empirical section outlines an innovative approach in which different methods and data types are combined and focuses on the underresearched definite / specific / referential uses and interpretations of bare singulars. The book also addresses the traditional topics in the study of bare nominals – genericity, the mass/count distinction, NP-internal plural agreement, the NP/DP distinction, and syntax-semantics-phonology interface questions – in the light of the new findings.

Author : Johannes Kabatek,Albert Wall
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 640 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2022-10-24
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9783110405958

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Manual of Brazilian Portuguese Linguistics by Johannes Kabatek,Albert Wall Pdf

This manual is the first comprehensive account of Brazilian Portuguese linguistics written in English, offering not only linguists but also historians and social scientists new insights gained from the intensive research carried out over the last decades on the linguistic reality of this vast territory. In the 20 overview chapters, internationally renowned experts give detailed yet concise information on a wide range of language-internal as well as external synchronic and diachronic topics. Most of this information is the fruit of large-scale language documentation and description projects, such as the project on the linguistic norm of educated speakers (NURC), the project “Grammar of spoken Portuguese”, and the project “Towards a History of Brazilian Portuguese” (PHPB), among others. Further chapters of high contemporary interest and relevance include the study of linguistic policies and psycholinguistics. The manual offers theoretical insights of general interest, not least since many chapters present the linguistic data in the light of a combination of formal, functional, generative and sociolinguistic approaches. This rather unique feature of the volume is achieved by the double authorship of some of the relevant chapters, thus bringing together and synthesizing different perspectives.

Author : Jairo Nunes
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:732803155

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Minimalist Essays on Brazilian Portuguese Syntax by Jairo Nunes Pdf

Author : Mary A. Kato,Francisco Ordóñez
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-26
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780190465902

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The Morphosyntax of Portuguese and Spanish in Latin America by Mary A. Kato,Francisco Ordóñez Pdf

Recent trends in syntax and morphology have shown the great importance of doing research on variation in closely related languages. This book centers on the study of the morphology and syntax of the two major Romance Languages spoken in Latin America from this perspective. The works presented here either compare Brazilian Portuguese with European Portuguese or compare Latin American Spanish and Peninsular Spanish, or simply compare Portuguese and its varieties with Spanish and its varieties. The chapters advance on a great variety of theoretical questions related to coordination, clitics , hyper-raising, infinitives, null objects, null subjects, hyper-raising, passives, quantifiers, pseudo-clefts, questions and distributed morphology. Finally, this book provides new empirical findings and enriches the descriptions made about Portuguese and Spanish Spoken in the Americas by providing new generalizations, new data and new statistical evidence that help better understand the nature of such variation. The studies contained in this book show a vast array of new phenomena in these young varieties, offering empirical and theoretical windows to language variation and change.

Author : Gregory R. Guy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Portuguese language
ISBN : STANFORD:36105039305680

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Linguistic Variation in Brazilian Portuguese by Gregory R. Guy Pdf

Author : Mary Aizawa Kato
Publisher : Iberoamericana Editorial Vervuert S.L.U
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : STANFORD:36105132378550

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Brazilian Portuguese and the Null Subject Parameter by Mary Aizawa Kato Pdf

Using the Null Subject Parameter theory in cross linguistic variation, Brazilian Portuguese is studied in this book from a diachronic and a synchronic perspective, and from the language acquisition point of view.

Author : Solange de Azambuja Lira
Publisher : Peter Lang Incorporated, International Academic Publishers
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : UOM:39015037484782

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The Subject in Brazilian Portuguese by Solange de Azambuja Lira Pdf

This study presents a thorough account of the structure and position of the subject in spoken Portuguese considering its syntactic and discursive roles. It is a quantitative study of language use. It discusses the variation between pronominal and zero subjects. It explains why the use of pronominal subjects is more frequent than zero ones. It discusses the variation of the position of subjects and shows that the choice between SV and VS syntax is almost exclusively limited to nominal subjects and is constrained by pragmatic considerations.

Author : John Whitlam,Agripino S. Silveira
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 793 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2022-12-30
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781000790511

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Modern Brazilian Portuguese Grammar by John Whitlam,Agripino S. Silveira Pdf

Modern Brazilian Portuguese Grammar: A Practical Guide is an innovative reference guide to Brazilian Portuguese, combining traditional and function-based grammar in a single volume. The Grammar is divided into two parts. Part A covers traditional grammatical categories such as agreement, nouns, verbs and adjectives. Part B is carefully organized around language functions covering all major communication situations such as establishing identity, making contact and expressing likes, dislikes and preferences. With a strong emphasis on contemporary usage, all grammar points and functions are richly illustrated with examples. Building on the success of the second edition, this third edition provides new and extended notes for Spanish speakers, which focus on common difficulties faced by learners of Portuguese, as well as revised explanations of grammar and usage, which include the use of ‘tu’ in Portuguese. A combination of reference grammar and practical usage manual, complemented by a Companion Website with audiovisual material and a separate Workbook designed to accompany the Grammar, this textbook is the ideal source for learners of Brazilian Portuguese at all levels, from beginner to advanced.

Author : Earl W. Thomas
Publisher : Vanderbilt University Press
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Portuguese language
ISBN : 082651197X

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A Grammar of Spoken Brazilian Portuguese by Earl W. Thomas Pdf

Divided into 29 separate lessons, and including an introductory section on syllabification, stress, written accents, and pronunciation, "A Grammar of Spoken Brazilian Portuguese" features an abundance of exercises and readings and is well-suited to students who are seeking a concise introductory text focusing on modern Brazilian Portuguese. (Foreign Language)

Author : Amelia P. Hutchinson,Janet Lloyd,Cristina Sousa
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-07
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781315307176

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Portuguese by Amelia P. Hutchinson,Janet Lloyd,Cristina Sousa Pdf

This new edition of Portuguese: An Essential Grammar is a practical reference guide to the most important aspects of modern European Portuguese. Combining traditional and function-based grammar, the book sets out the complexities of Portuguese in short, readable sections. Explanations are clear, free from jargon and substantiated by examples. Throughout, the emphasis is on Portuguese as used by native speakers. This third edition: reflects the new orthographic agreement; includes an expanded section on verbs and pronouns, as well as a new section on syntax; provides authentic examples to illustrate grammar in context; focuses on Portuguese as used in Portugal and Africa; links to Basic Portuguese: A Grammar and Workbook, which offers a valuable set of language practice exercises; includes a detailed contents list and index for easy access to information. An important addition to Routledge’s collection of grammars on the variants of Portuguese, this is an ideal reference source for the learner and user of European Portuguese. It is suitable for either independent study or for students in schools, colleges, universities and adult classes of all types.

Author : W. Leo Wetzels,Sergio Menuzzi,João Costa
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-07
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781118791851

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The Handbook of Portuguese Linguistics by W. Leo Wetzels,Sergio Menuzzi,João Costa Pdf

The Handbook of Portuguese Linguistics presents a comprehensive overview of research within the Brazilian and European variants of the Portuguese language. It includes chapters focusing on the key areas of linguistic study, including phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, linguistic change, language variation and contact, and acquisition. Essential reference work for scholars of Portuguese linguistics and Romance languages Chapters written by an international team of research specialists highlight both the consensus and the controversies within the various subfields of Portuguese linguistics Examines Portuguese linguistics in relation to syntax, phonology, morphology, semantics/pragmatics, acquisition, and sociolinguistics Written in an accessible overview style and designed for advanced students and current scholars in the field alike Essential reference work for scholars of Portuguese linguistics and Romance languages

Author : Pilar Barbosa,Maria da Conceição de Paiva,Celeste Rodrigues
Publisher : John Benjamins Publishing Company
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2017-11-15
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9789027265142

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Studies on Variation in Portuguese by Pilar Barbosa,Maria da Conceição de Paiva,Celeste Rodrigues Pdf

Studies on Variation in Portuguese offers a collection of studies on a range of variable phenomena attested within and across varieties of Portuguese. The volume starts out with an overview of current issues in the study of intralinguistic variation and is divided in two parts. Part 1 is dedicated to research on variation within national varieties (Brazilian and European). Here, a multidimensional analysis that combines both the geographic and the social dimensions of variation emerges as a way to identify possible regional specificities and the directionality of some of the variants. Part 2 collects studies that compare the behavior of a particular linguistic variable across different varieties. The variable phenomena discussed concern several levels of grammar and are framed within different conceptions of variation, thus promoting confrontation of theoretical and methodological alternatives. Overall, the volume constitutes a significant contribution to the essential question of how to model variation at different levels.