Nominal classification in Asia and Oceania functional and diachronic perspectives Marc Allassonnière-Tang and Marcin Kilarski

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Allassonnière-Tang, Marc., Editor.

Kilarski, Marcin.

Series:

Current Issues in Linguistic Theory Series

Current issues in linguistic theory series vol. 362

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Typology (Linguistics).

Historical linguistics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (263 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Amsterdam/Philadelphia John Benjamins 2023

Summary:

This book, edited by Marc Marcin Kilarski, is a scholarly examination of nominal classification systems in the languages of Asia and Oceania. It includes functional and diachronic analyses of various classifier systems, such as numeral, noun, possessive, verbal, deictic, and locative classifiers. The volume features contributions from multiple scholars, offering insights into the evolution, function, and typological characteristics of these systems. The book aims to advance the understanding of linguistic structures and their historical development, making it a valuable resource for linguists and researchers interested in language classification and typology. Generated by AI.

Contents:

NOMINAL CLASSIFICATION IN ASIA AND OCEANIA

Editorial page

Title page

Copyright page

Table of contents

Preface

List of abbreviations

Chapter 1 Introduction

References

Part 1 Functions of classifiers

Chapter 2 The system of classifiers in Kilivila

1. Introduction

2. The Trobriand Islanders and their language Kilivila

3. Classificatory particles in Kilivila

4. Referential function

5. Temporary classification and the unitizing function of classifiers

6. Nominalization, indicating plural, and verb-like expressive functions

7. The anaphoric referential function of classifiers in Kilivila

8. Summary

9. Questions for further research

Chapter 3 Nominal classification in Assamese

2. Nominal classification in North-Eastern India

3. Description of classifiers in Assamese

4. Functions of classifiers in Assamese

4.1 Lexical functions

4.2 Discourse functions

4.3 Summary of lexical and discourse functions

5. Conclusion Generated by AI.

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Other Format:

Print version: Allassonnière-Tang, Marc Nominal Classification in Asia and Oceania

ISBN:

9789027249241

OCLC:

1409349695