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Author: Paul Tench
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Published: 2015-12-17
Total Pages: 290
ISBN-13: 1474246664
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis is the first collection of studies to apply the theory and techniques of Systemic Linguistics to the topics of phonology: descriptions of the pronunciation systems of languages – consonants, vowels, word accent, rhythm, intonation – and applications in speech synthesis, genre studies and broadcasting.
Author: Mohamed Abdulla Mohamed
Publisher: East African Publishers
Published: 2001
Total Pages: 296
ISBN-13: 9789966467614
DOWNLOAD EBOOKModern Swahili Grammar is an important contribution to the study of Swahili grammar from pedagogical and lingustic perspectives, and thus relevant to both students of Swahili and scholars of linguistics and sociolinguistics. At a descriptive level, the book covers phonology, morphology and syntax. The following areas of Swahili grammar are also covered in detail: affixes, derivation, inflection, parts of speech, relatives, tenses, demonstratives of reference, pronominalisation, phrases, clauses and sentences. Grammatical explanations are always followed by exercises and comprehensive vocabulary lists are also included.
Author: William Jones
Publisher: Mamba Press
Published: 2023-07-24
Total Pages: 57
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEmbark on a transformative journey into the heart of Swahili language and culture with "Mastering Swahili: A Comprehensive Guide to Proficiency." This meticulously crafted guide is your passport to linguistic excellence, cultural immersion, and a deeper understanding of the Swahili-speaking world. Unveiling the Linguistic Tapestry: Unlock the secrets of Swahili grammar, pronunciation, and essential vocabulary as you traverse the linguistic landscape. Each chapter is a masterclass, offering a step-by-step exploration of the language's foundations, providing indispensable tools for mastering verb conjugation, noun classes, and the intricacies of sentence construction. Cultural Enrichment Beyond Words: "Mastering Swahili" is more than a language guide; it's a cultural odyssey. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Swahili culture, from traditional ceremonies and celebrations to the rich symbolism embedded in art, music, and cuisine. Gain insights into the social structures, gender roles, and religious diversity that shape the cultural identity of Swahili-speaking communities. Practical Application in Real-life Scenarios: Step into the real-life scenarios where Swahili comes alive. From navigating everyday conversations to excelling in professional settings, this guide equips you with practical language applications. Explore the nuances of Swahili in the digital age, unravel the art of conversation and cultural etiquette, and delve into advanced vocabulary and idiomatic expressions. A Lifelong Learning Mindset: "Mastering Swahili" isn't just about acquiring a skill; it's about cultivating a lifelong learning mindset. Set realistic goals, celebrate milestones, and stay curious as you navigate the evolving landscape of Swahili language and culture. This guide empowers you to adapt to language evolution, participate in debates, conduct research, and become a mentor to fellow learners. A Cultural Diplomat's Handbook: Become a cultural diplomat as you traverse the global reach of Swahili. This guide explores Swahili as a form of cultural diplomacy, fostering connections across borders and contributing to a more interconnected world. Discover the influence of Swahili in the digital realm, celebrate cultural festivals, and contribute to the preservation of Swahili heritage. Your Comprehensive Swahili Companion: Whether you are a novice eager to embark on the Swahili adventure or an advanced learner seeking cultural depth, "Mastering Swahili" is your comprehensive companion. Engage with the meticulously curated appendices, delve into recommended resources, and navigate a glossary that unlocks the linguistic treasures of Swahili. Welcome to a World of Proficiency: "Mastering Swahili: A Comprehensive Guide to Proficiency" is not just a book; it's an invitation to a world of proficiency, cultural richness, and lifelong exploration. Karibu kwenye ulimwengu wa ustadi wa Kiswahili. (Welcome to the world of Swahili proficiency.) Embark on this transformative journey, and let the language and culture of Swahili unfold before you.
Author: Ethel O Ashton
Publisher: Hassell Street Press
Published: 2021-09-10
Total Pages: 428
ISBN-13: 9781015182608
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Author: Wm. E. Welmers
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Published: 2024-07-26
Total Pages: 502
ISBN-13: 0520413857
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWm. E. Welmers surveys a wide range of structural characteristics, both phonological and grammatical, of the languages of sub-Saharan Africa. Drawing on thirty years of experience in the analysis and teaching of African languages, and on work done on some seventy spoken languages, Welmers has organized the volume by linguistic topic. Thus there are extensive discussions of tonal systems in languages from all over sub-Saharan Africa, of noun classes and concord in the Bantu and other Niger-Kordofanian languages, and of the varieties of verbal constructions found in representative languages. African Language Structures emphasizes the organization of language data rather than the technicalities of theoretical linguistics. The material is presented in such a way that students working on the analysis of other languages can be guided in their procedures; Welmers suggests not only what types of structures may be expected, but also how they may be discovered and described. This work is unique in the depth of its linguistic insight over the entire spectrum of language structure and in the breadth of its language coverage. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1973.
Author: Tomas Riad
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
Published: 2009-02-26
Total Pages: 401
ISBN-13: 3110207567
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDespite the recent advances in the integration of lexical tone and intonation in phonological theory, all too often the study of intonation and the study of lexical tone are viewed as belonging to different research traditions. This collection strengthens the integrated approach by studying tone and intonation within a common framework, and by tracing their interaction in specific prosodic systems. Some papers deal with the structural properties of lexical tone and intonation, while others focus on the historical development of prosodic systems. The volume also includes a re-evaluation of a classic paper on the typology of tone rules, and a survey of features signalling question intonation in African languages.
Author: Susan F. Hirsch
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Published: 1998-08-15
Total Pages: 384
ISBN-13: 9780226344638
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe title of Susan Hirsch's study of disputes involving Swahili Muslims in coastal Kenya reflects the image of gender relations most commonly associated with Islamic law. Men need only "pronounce" divorce to resolve marital conflicts, while embattled and embittered wives must persevere by silently enduring marital hardships. But Hirsch's observations of Islamic courts uncover how Muslim women actively use legal processes to transform their domestic lives, achieving victories on some fronts but reinforcing their image as subordinate to men through the speech they produce in court. Pronouncing and Persevering focuses closely on the language used in disputes, particularly how men and women narrate their claims and how their speech shapes and is shaped by gender hierarchy in postcolonial Swahili society. Based on field research and court testimony, Hirsch's book debunks the conventional view that women are powerless under Islamic law and challenges the dichotomies through which Islam and gender relations are currently understood.
Author: Gisle Andersen
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing
Published: 2000-01-01
Total Pages: 278
ISBN-13: 9027250987
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn interactive discourse we not only express propositions, but we also express different attitudes to them. That is, we communicate how our mind entertains those propositions that we express. A speaker is able to express an attitude of belief, desire, hope, doubt, fear, regret or pretence that a given proposition represents a true state of affairs. This collection of papers explores the contribution of particles and other uninflected mood-indicating function words to the expression of propositional attitude in the broad sense. Some languages employ this type of attitude-marking device extensively, even for the expression of basic moods and basic speech act categories, other languages use such markers sparsely and always in interaction with syntactic form. Both types of language are examined in this volume, which includes studies of attitudinal markers in Amharic, English, Gascon, Occitan, German, Greek, Hausa, Hungarian, Japanese, Norwegian and Swahili. The theoretical emphasis is on issues such as interpretive vs. descriptive use of utterances or utterance parts, procedural semantics, linguistic underdetermination of the proposition expressed and the speaker's communicated attitude to it, higher-level explicatures in the relevance-theoretic sense, the explicit — implicit distinction, as well as processes of grammaticalization and negotiation of propositional attitude in spoken interaction.
Author: Tomas Riad
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 408
ISBN-13: 9783110190571
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDespite the recent advances in the integration of lexical tone and intonation in phonological theory, all too often the study of intonation and the study of lexical tone are viewed as belonging to different research traditions. This collection aims to strengthen the integrated approach by studying tone and intonation within a common framework, and by tracing their interaction in specific prosodic systems. Some papers deal with the structural properties of lexical tone and intonation, e.g. of Zina Kotoko (Cameroon), Borgloon Dutch (Belgium), and European Portuguese, while others focus on the historical development of the prosodic systems of Basque, Kagoshima Japanese and Scandinavian. The volume also includes a re-evaluation of a classic paper on the typology of tone rules, and a survey of features signalling question intonation in African languages.
