Word-Formation in English
Word-Formation in English

Author: Ingo Plag

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2003-10-30

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 9780521525633

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This textbook provides an accessible introduction to the study of word-formation, that is, the ways in which new words are built on the bases of other words (e.g. happy - happy-ness), focusing on English. The book's didactic aim is to enable students with little or no prior linguistic knowledge to do their own practical analyses of complex words. Readers are familiarized with the necessary methodological tools to obtain and analyze relevant data and are shown how to relate their findings to theoretical problems and debates. The book is not written in the perspective of a particular theoretical framework and draws on insights from various research traditions, reflecting important methodological and theoretical developments in the field. It is a textbook directed towards university students of English at all levels. It can also serve as a source book for teachers and advanced students, and as an up-to-date reference concerning many word-formation processes in English.

English Word-Formation
English Word-Formation

Author: Laurie Bauer

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 1983

Total Pages: 332

ISBN-13: 9780521284929

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Although the illustrative material is drawn principally from English, general points are illustrated with a variety of languages to provide a new perspective on a confused and often controversial field of study.

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary
Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Author: Kate Woodford

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 1550

ISBN-13: 9780521824231

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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.

An Introduction to Modern English Word-Formation
An Introduction to Modern English Word-Formation

Author: Valerie Adams

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-07-01

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1315504243

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A series to meet the need for books on modern English that are both up-to-date and authoritative.For the scholar, the teacher, the student and the general reader, but especially for English-speaking students of language and linguistics in institutions where English is the language of instruction, or advanced specialist students of English in universities where English is taught as a foreign language

Word-Formation in Context
Word-Formation in Context

Author: Manoochehr Tavangar

Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing

Published: 2018-11-15

Total Pages: 509

ISBN-13: 1527521729

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This fascinating book treats the use of words from a completely new perspective. Far from being purely abstract entities, words are believed to emerge from an interaction between morphological, syntactic, semantic and pragmatic components. For this reason, the book draws from a vast spectrum of naturally occurring texts representing almost every style, register, and genre. It uses an extremely wide variety of language, and provides a key to help readers check their answers to the questions it poses.

An Onomasiological Theory of English Word-formation
An Onomasiological Theory of English Word-formation

Author: Pavol Štekauer

Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing Company

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781556198977

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Pavol Stekauer presents an original approach to the intricate problems of English word-formation. The emphasis is on the process of coining new naming units (words). This is described by an onomasiological model, which takes as its point of departure the naming needs of a speech community, and proceeds through conceptual reflection of extra-linguistic reality and semantic analysis to the form of a new naming unit. As a result, it is the form which implements options given by semantics by means of the so-called Form-to-Meaning Assignment Principle. Word-formation is conceived of as an independent component, interrelated with the lexical component by supplying it with new naming units, and by making use of the word-formation bases of naming units stored in the Lexicon. The relation to the Syntactic component is only mediated through the Lexical component. In addition, the book presents a new approach to productivity. It is maintained that word-formation processes are as productive as syntactic processes. This radically new approach provides simple answers to a number of traditional problems of word-formation.

Analogy in Word-formation
Analogy in Word-formation

Author: Elisa Mattiello

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2017-05-22

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 3110549735

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This book fills a gap in lexical morphology, especially with reference to analogy in English word-formation. Many studies have focused their interest on the role played by analogy within English inflectional morphology. However, the analogical mechanism also deserves investigation on account of its relevance to neology in English. This volume provides in-depth qualitative analyses and stimulating quantitative findings in this realm.

Morphology in English
Morphology in English

Author: Zeki Hamawand

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2011-07-07

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 1441178201

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Morphology in English is a text which provides an in-depth analysis of the branch of linguistics which studies the formation of composite words and the form-meaning relationships between their subparts. It takes a cognitive viewpoint and provides full coverage of the essential topics of prefixation, suffixation and compounding. It covers categorization, configuration and conceptualization and enables readers to recognize the complexity of the English lexical system. It demonstrates the pivotal role which morphemes play in the expansion of a languages lexical store. The book combines two aspects of language: word formation and semantic distinctions regarding usage, enabling readers to understand the formation of composite words and their use in natural language. The book features: clear layout accessible style explicit definitions vivid illustrations actual data examples exercises further reading appendices companion website with full answer set

English Words Formation
English Words Formation

Author: Harmik Vaishnav

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2012-01-01

Total Pages: 215

ISBN-13: 9350482088

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The book attempts to enhance the language competence of all. In linguistics; word formation is the creation of a new word; word formation is sometimes contrasted with semantic change; which is a change in a single word’s meaning. Word formation can also be contrasted with the formation of idiomatic expressions. It gives equal importance to the terminology and sentence structure for acquiring linguistic proficiency in expressing oneself. Since the book deals with different parts of speech and their usage in sentence construction; it is of tremendous help to you in the selection of appropriate words to express your ideas accurately and effectively. This book will be extremely useful to students; aspirants of competitive exams; professionals and of course; learners of English language. ENGLISH WORDS FORMATION (Spoken English & Grammar) by HARMIK VAISHNAV: Enhance your English language skills with this book by Harmik Vaishnav. It likely covers topics related to spoken English, grammar, and word formation. This book serves as a valuable resource for individuals looking to improve their English language proficiency. Key Aspects of the Book "ENGLISH WORDS FORMATION (Spoken English & Grammar)": Language Proficiency: Improve your spoken English and grammar skills through practical guidance. Vocabulary Building: Learn techniques for forming and expanding your English vocabulary. Communication Skills: Enhance your ability to communicate effectively in English. HARMIK VAISHNAV offers readers a comprehensive resource for improving their English language skills with "ENGLISH WORDS FORMATION (Spoken English & Grammar)." This book is designed to help individuals become more proficient in spoken and written English.