Download or read book Topics in the Syntax and Semantics of Infinitives and Gerunds written by Gennaro Chierchia and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-11-10 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title, first published in 1988, is an inquiry into the nature of predication in natural language. The study is based on the hypothesis that infinitives and gerunds are not clausal or propositional constructions and attempts to provide support for such a hypothesis, whilst also drawing from analysis of various anaphoric phenomena. This title will be of interest to students of language and linguistics.

Download or read book The Syntax of Gerunds and Infinitives written by Acrisio Magno Gomez Pires and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Minimalist Syntax of Defective Domains written by Acrisio Pires and published by John Benjamins Publishing. This book was released on 2006-10-31 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book unifies the analysis of certain non-finite domains, focusing on subject licensing, agreement, and Case and control. It proposes a minimalist analysis of English gerunds which allows only a null subject PRO (TP-defective gerunds), a lexical subject (gerunds as complements of perception verbs), or both types of subjects (clausal gerunds). It then analyzes Portuguese infinitives, showing that the morphosyntactic properties of non-inflected and inflected infinitives correlate with distinct treatments of obligatory and non-obligatory control. It explores these and other phenomena to show that tense and event binding do not correlate with the contrast between control and raising/exceptional case marking (ECM), against null Case theories of control. A Probe-Goal approach to Case and agreement is adopted in combination with a movement analysis of control. The book then investigates diachronic morphosyntactic phenomena involving infinitives, verb movement and cliticization in Portuguese, exploring a cue-based theory of syntactic change grounded in language acquisition.

Download or read book Topics in the Syntax and Semantics of Infinitives and Gerunds written by Gennaro Chierchia and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Issues in the Syntax and Semantics of Infinitives and Gerunds in English written by CZEGLÉDI CSABA. and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The English Gerund participle written by Patrick J. Duffley and published by Peter Lang. This book was released on 2006 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Original Scholarly Monograph

Download or read book Infinitives and Gerunds in Recent English written by Juhani Rudanko and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-10-31 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the grammar of to infinitives and gerundial -ing clauses, which is a central area at the interface of syntax and semantics, against the background of what has been called the Great Complement Shift. Over the course of six chapters, the author explores the semantic properties of constructions where the general spread of gerundial -ing clauses occurs at the expense of to infinitives. The author draws on large electronic corpora, ensuring that new perspectives are opened on the basis of authentic corpus evidence. He identifies trends of variation and change in the use of the two constructions and proposes The Choice Principle, an innovative perspective on the semantics of to infinitives and gerundial -ing complements. This book will be of interest to researchers and students working on English grammar or the recent history of English grammar.

Download or read book Infinitives at the Syntax Semantics Interface written by Lukasz Jedrzejowski and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2017-06-26 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The major aim of this volume is to investigate infinitival structures from a diachronic point of view and, simultaneously, to embed the diachronic findings into the ongoing theoretical discussion on non-finite clauses in general. All contributions subscribe to a dynamic approach to infinitival clauses by investigating their origin, development and loss in miscellaneous patterns and across different languages.

Download or read book The Syntax and Morphology of English Verbs written by Joseph Embley Emonds and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2022-05-09 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book provides a detailed empirical approach to constructing grammatical analysis and theory, in particular the analysis of English verbs. It develops an integrated formal description of the English verbal system and offers several theoretical advances in the treatment of verbs that have escaped formulation until now.

Download or read book Variation in Non finite Constructions in English written by Mark Kaunisto and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-05-29 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book sheds new light on the nature of gerunds in English, utilizing data from very large electronic corpora in order to compare pairs of patterns viewed as constructions. It serves as a contribution to the study of complementation, an under-researched area of investigation which bridges observations at the intersection of lexico-grammar, syntax and semantics. As a result, the reader develops their understanding of the meaning and use of each pattern within the system of English predicate complementation as it has evolved in recent times. This book will be of interest to students and scholars of English linguistics, especially English grammar.

Download or read book Infinitive and Gerund as a Means of Abbreviating Substantive Sentences in the English Language written by Ludwig Erckmann and published by . This book was released on 1875 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Oxford Handbook of Comparative Syntax written by Guglielmo Cinque and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2008-10-16 with total page 990 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Its twenty-one commissioned chapters serve two functions: they provide a general and theoretical introduction to comparative syntax, its methodology, and its relation to other domains of linguistic inquiry; and they also provide a systematic selection of the best comparative work being done today on those language groups and families where substantial progress has been achieved." "This volume will be an essential resource for scholars and students in formal linguistics."--Jacket.

Download or read book English Grammar and Syntax written by and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2003-07 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the educated, this book is an invaluable resource, one that allows for easy reference to any grammatical concept imaginable. the book gives thousands of examples, but it also provides explicit reasoning why we should speak and write following certain patterns. Don't feel like studying for hours to learn a concept? Look here for the diagrams you need to understand why things go where they go in a sentence. Did he act foolish? OR Did he act foolishly? Both answers are here. If you are in college, grad school, or simply interested, you decide what you want to know-your answers are here. Written by two professors who hate to condescend but love to teach, English Grammar and Syntax cuts through the pedantic wasteland.

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Download or read book A Brief History of English Syntax written by Olga Fischer and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2017-06-08 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An accessible, up-to-date account of the major changes in English syntax since its beginnings up to the present day.

Download or read book A Guide to English Syntax written by Hannah Amelia (Noyes) Davidson and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Gerunds and Infinitives written by Michael Rumi Leigh and published by Rumi Michael Leigh. This book was released on 2023-05-25 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you struggling to understand the complexities of gerunds and infinitives in English? Do you find it challenging to use these verb forms correctly and confidently in your conversations and writing? Look no further! "Gerunds and Infinitives English Exercises" is here to help you become a pro at navigating these essential aspects of the English language. This comprehensive book is designed to provide learners of English, from beginner to advanced levels, with a solid foundation in using gerunds and infinitives effectively. Whether you're a student, a professional, or an English language enthusiast, this book offers a systematic approach to grasping the intricacies of these verb forms, enhancing your communication skills, and improving your overall fluency. Inside "Gerunds and Infinitives English Exercises," you'll find: 1. Extensive Practice Exercises: Reinforce your understanding of gerunds and infinitives with a diverse range of engaging exercises. From fill-in-the-blank questions to sentence transformations, each exercise is carefully crafted to enhance your comprehension and application of these verb forms. 2. Answers: Check your progress and assess your knowledge with the provided answers. 3. Real-Life Examples and Dialogues: Discover how gerunds and infinitives are used in authentic contexts with the help of numerous real-life examples and dialogues. Learn how to apply these verb forms in everyday conversations, formal writing, and various professional settings. With Gerunds and Infinitives exercises, you'll unlock the secrets to confident and accurate usage of gerunds and infinitives, empowering you to express yourself fluently and naturally in English. Whether you're preparing for language exams, professional interviews, or simply aiming to enhance your language skills, this book is an indispensable resource for learners of all levels. Embark on a transformative journey to master gerunds and infinitives, and open the door to a world of effective communication and linguistic excellence. Get your copy of "Gerunds and Infinitives English Exercises" today and take your English language skills to new heights!