Idioms And Ambiguity In Context
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Idioms And Ambiguity In Context
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Author : Wiltrud Wagner
language : en
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Release Date : 2020-11-09
Idioms And Ambiguity In Context written by Wiltrud Wagner and has been published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-11-09 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
The present study explores the aesthetic productivity of idiomatic ambiguity in children’s literature. Looking at the connection between context and understanding of idiomatic expressions in either their phrasal or their compositional reading, the study investigates how ambiguity is activated, if, how, and when it is perceived on the different levels of communication, and how literary texts use this ambiguity in playful ways.
Idioms
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Author : Cristina Cacciari
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 2014-02-25
Idioms written by Cristina Cacciari and has been published by Psychology Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-02-25 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
"The book draws on a lot of research, is friendly to the reader, and will be of good value to teachers." Paul Nation, Victoria University of Wellington, Australia This comprehensive, up-to-date, and accessible text on idiom use, learning, and teaching approaches the topic with a balance of sound theory and extensive research in cognitive linguistics, psycholinguistics, corpus linguistics, and sociolinguistics combined with informed teaching practices. Idioms is organized in three parts: Part I includes discussion of idiom definition, classification, usage patterns, and functions. Part II investigates the process involved in the comprehension of idioms and the factors that influence individuals’ understanding and use of idioms in both L1 and L2. Part III explores idiom acquisition and the teaching and learning of idioms, focusing especially on the strategies and techniques used to help students learn idioms. To assist the reader in grasping the key issues, study questions are provided at the end of each chapter. The text also includes a glossary of special terms and an annotated list of selective idiom reference books and student textbooks. Idioms is designed to serve either as a textbook for ESL/applied linguistics teacher education courses or as a reference book. No matter how the book is used, it will equip an ESL/applied linguistics students and professionals with a solid understanding of various issues related to idioms and the learning of them.
Sentence Processing A Crosslinguistic Perspective
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Author : Dieter Hillert
language : en
Publisher: BRILL
Release Date : 1998-07-13
Sentence Processing A Crosslinguistic Perspective written by Dieter Hillert and has been published by BRILL this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998-07-13 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
The innovative element of this volume is its overview of the fundamental psycholinguistic topics involved in sentence processing. While most psycholinguistic studies focus on a single language and induce a general model of universal sentence processing, this volume proposes a cross-linguistic approach. It contains two distinct features first embraced in the 18th century by brothers Freiherr Wilhelm von Humboldt and Alexander von Humboldt. First, it offers a linguistic theory that characterizes universal cognitive features of the human language processor (or the mind and its biological source), independent of a single language structure. Second, it contains a language theory which considers the diversity of linguistic structures and provides a powerful theory of language processing. Contributors cover a wide range of topics, including word recognition, fixed expressions, grammatical constraints, empty categories, and parsing. Their research involves analyses of 12 languages. This book provides an overview of central psycholinguistic topics in sentence processing; and combines deductive and inductive methods in fashioning an innovative approach. The contributors address word recognition, fixed expressions, grammatical constraints, empty categories, and parsing. Its original papers form a coherent presentation.
Idiomatic Constructions In Italian
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Author : Simonetta Vietri
language : en
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing Company
Release Date : 2014-11-15
Idiomatic Constructions In Italian written by Simonetta Vietri and has been published by John Benjamins Publishing Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-11-15 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
This study is devoted to the analysis of Italian idioms with either ordinary or support verbs (also called light verbs). The research focuses on the exhaustive description of idioms, and is based on their systematic classification according to the principles of the Lexicon-Grammar methodology developed by Maurice Gross (1975, 1979 and further). A thorough examination of the literature shows strong disagreement on the acceptability of some idiomatic constructions. For this reason, the Web was used as a corpus to verify judgments on the supposed ungrammatical constructions. This approach showed that idiomatic constructions which have always been considered ungrammatical are instead perfectly acceptable if contextualized. The results obtained include the following: passive is not a "special case" when it concerns idioms, and idiomatic constructions show the same complexity as non-idiomatic constructions.
The Idiom Master Cracking The Code Of American Expressions
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Author : Pasquale De Marco
language : en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
Release Date : 2025-04-08
The Idiom Master Cracking The Code Of American Expressions written by Pasquale De Marco and has been published by Pasquale De Marco this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-04-08 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
In the tapestry of human communication, idioms stand out as vibrant threads that add color, depth, and nuance to our words. They are the lifeblood of everyday speech, transcending the boundaries of literal meaning to paint vivid pictures in our minds and evoke a kaleidoscope of emotions. Idioms are the cultural currency of a language, reflecting the shared experiences, values, and beliefs of a people. They capture the essence of a culture, its history, and its unique perspective on the world. In the tapestry of American English, idioms hold a prominent place. They are the vibrant threads that give the language its distinctive character, its charm, and its power. American idioms are a testament to the nation's rich history, its diverse cultural heritage, and its ever-evolving spirit. They have been shaped by the experiences of immigrants from around the world, by the struggles and triumphs of a young nation, and by the dreams and aspirations of a people striving to build a better future. This comprehensive guide to American idioms invites you on a linguistic journey to explore the fascinating world of these colorful expressions. Within these pages, you will find over 1,000 idioms carefully curated to provide a glimpse into the heart and soul of American culture. Discover the origins of these idioms, their historical contexts, and their usage in everyday speech. Learn how idioms can be used to add humor, wit, and charm to your conversations and help you communicate more effectively and persuasively. Whether you are a native speaker of American English or a learner of the language, this book will deepen your understanding of American culture and help you communicate more effectively in a variety of situations. Key Features: * An extensive collection of over 1,000 idioms, each carefully selected to represent the richness and diversity of American culture. * Detailed explanations of each idiom's meaning, origin, and usage, providing a comprehensive understanding of its cultural significance. * Examples from literature, popular culture, and everyday speech, illustrating how idioms are used in real-world contexts. * A user-friendly format that makes it easy to find and understand idioms, with clear definitions, pronunciations, and cross-references. Whether you are a student, a professional, or simply someone who loves language, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to master the art of American idioms. If you like this book, write a review!
A Syntactic Study Of Idioms
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Author : Anna Dąbrowska
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Release Date : 2018-09-30
A Syntactic Study Of Idioms written by Anna Dąbrowska and has been published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-30 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Since the general tendencies of present-day English focus more on idiomatic usage, it seems to be worth paying attention to the role phraseological units play in a language. In the field of English phraseology, linguists have shown a constant interest in idioms. Undoubtedly, not only are idioms an important part of the language and culture of the society, but they also carry more impact than non-idiomatic expressions because of their close identification with a particular language and culture. It is difficult to speak or write English without using idioms, especially while describing one’s emotional or mental condition. Therefore, it is interesting and worthwhile to to analyse both the language of phraseological units and emotions. In other words, this book focuses not only on idioms, but also on one’s psychological condition. However, its purpose is neither to discuss the issues of idioms and emotions from the psychological point of view, nor provide a conceptual analysis of emotional metaphors. Instead, the book analyses idioms referring to psychological states in English from the perspective of syntax, focusing particularly both on the syntactic structure of this specific set of verbal psych-idioms, and on the constraints on the way they are built. Therefore, the most current studies, performed within the scope of the Phase Theory and the Idioms as Phases Hypothesis are chosen to address certain syntactic problems that idioms pose.
Semantics And Pragmatics Drawing A Line
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Author : Ilse Depraetere
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2017-03-16
Semantics And Pragmatics Drawing A Line written by Ilse Depraetere and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-03-16 with Philosophy categories.
This book explores new territory at the interface between semantics and pragmatics, reassessing a number of linguistic phenomena in the light of recent advances in pragmatic theory. It presents stimulating insights by experts in linguistics and philosophy, including Kent Bach, Philippe de Brabanter, Max Kölbel and François Recanati. The authors begin by reassessing the definition of four theoretical concepts: saturation, free pragmatic enrichment, completion and expansion. They go on to confront (sub)disciplines that have addressed similar issues but that have not necessarily been in close contact, and then turn to questions related to reported speech, modality, indirect requests and prosody. Chapters investigate lexical pragmatics and (cognitive) lexical semantics and other interactions involving experimental pragmatics, construction grammar, clinical linguistics, and the distinction between mental and linguistic content. The authors bridge the gap between different disciplines, subdisciplines and methodologies, supporting cross-fertilization of ideas and indicating the empirical studies that are needed to test current theoretical concepts and push the theory further. Readers will find overviews of the ways in which concepts are defined, empirical data with which they are illustrated and explorations of the theoretical frameworks in which concepts are couched. This exciting exchange of ideas has its origins in the editors’ workshop series on the theme ‘The semantics/pragmatics interface: linguistic, logical and philosophical perspectives’, held at the University of Lille 3 in 2012-13. Scholars of linguistics, logic and philosophy and those interested in the research benefits of crossing disciplines will find this work both accessible and thought-provoking, especially those with an interest in pragmatic theory or semantics.
Computational Linguistics And Intelligent Text Processing
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Author : Alexander Gelbukh
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2018-10-09
Computational Linguistics And Intelligent Text Processing written by Alexander Gelbukh and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-09 with Computers categories.
The two-volume set LNCS 10761 + 10762 constitutes revised selected papers from the CICLing 2017 conference which took place in Budapest, Hungary, in April 2017. The total of 90 papers presented in the two volumes was carefully reviewed and selected from numerous submissions. In addition, the proceedings contain 4 invited papers. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Part I: general; morphology and text segmentation; syntax and parsing; word sense disambiguation; reference and coreference resolution; named entity recognition; semantics and text similarity; information extraction; speech recognition; applications to linguistics and the humanities. Part II: sentiment analysis; opinion mining; author profiling and authorship attribution; social network analysis; machine translation; text summarization; information retrieval and text classification; practical applications.
Linguistics
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Author : Ron Legarski
language : en
Publisher: SolveForce
Release Date : 2024-08-27
Linguistics written by Ron Legarski and has been published by SolveForce this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-08-27 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Linguistics: The Study of Language is an insightful exploration into the world of language and its intricate structure. This book offers a comprehensive guide through the various branches of linguistics, providing readers with an in-depth understanding of how language is formed, used, and evolves over time. From the basics of phonetics and phonology to the complexities of syntax and semantics, this book covers every aspect of language study. It delves into the cognitive processes behind language acquisition, the social factors influencing language use, and the neural mechanisms that enable language processing in the brain. Each chapter is meticulously structured to guide the reader through the foundational concepts and advanced topics, making it an essential resource for both beginners and seasoned linguists. The book also touches on the practical applications of linguistics in the real world, including language teaching, translation, computational linguistics, and forensic analysis. By examining the role of language in society and the impact of technology on communication, this book equips readers with the knowledge to understand the ever-evolving nature of human language. Whether you’re a student of linguistics, a language enthusiast, or someone interested in understanding the nuances of human communication, Linguistics: The Study of Language provides a clear and engaging overview of one of humanity’s most fundamental tools.
Idioms
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Author : Martin Everaert
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 2014-04-04
Idioms written by Martin Everaert and has been published by Psychology Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-04-04 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Idioms have always aroused the curiosity of linguists and there is a long tradition in the study of idioms, especially within the fields of lexicology and lexicography. Without denying the importance of this tradition, this volume presents an overview of recent idiom research outside the immediate domain of lexicology/lexicography. The chapters address the status of idioms in recent formal and experimental linguistic theorizing. Interdisciplinary in scope, the contributions are written by psycholinguists and theoretical and computational linguists who take mutual advantage of progress in all disciplines. Linguists supply the facts and analyses psycholinguists base their models and experiments on; psycholinguists in turn confront linguistic models with psycholinguistic findings. Computational linguists build natural language processing systems on the basis of models and frameworks provided by theoretical linguists and, sometimes psycholinguists, and set up large corpora to test linguistic hypotheses. Besides the fascination for idioms that make up such a large part of our knowledge of language, interdisciplinarity is one of the attractions of investigations in idiomatic language and language processing.