The Syntax and Semantics of Discourse Markers.
Title:
The Syntax and Semantics of Discourse Markers.
Author:
Urgelles-Coll, Miriam.
ISBN:
9781441126054
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Edition:
1st ed.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (179 pages)
Series:
Continuum Studies in Theoretical Linguistics
Contents:
Contents -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Background -- 2.1 Adverbs -- 2.2 Discourse Markers -- 2.3 Anyway -- 2.4 Discussion -- 3 HPSG and SDRT -- 3.1 HPSG: A System of Signs -- 3.2 Minimal Recursion Semantics -- 3.3 Discourse Representation Theory -- 3.4 Segmented Discourse Representation Theory -- 3.5 Alternative Formal Discourse Models -- 3.6 Conclusion -- 4 Anyway: An Informal Analysis -- 4.1 Introduction -- 4.2 Discourse Continuity vs. Discourse Discontinuity -- 4.3 Ambiguity vs. Vagueness -- 4.4 The Syntax of Anyway -- 4.5 The Semantics of Anyway -- 4.6 Co-occurrence with Other Adverbs -- 4.7 The Meaning of Any and Way -- 4.8 Synonyms -- 4.9 Conclusion -- 5 Anyway: A Formal Analysis -- 5.1 Anyway: Formal Lexical Entry -- 5.2 Adverbial Examples -- 5.3 Discourse Marker Examples -- 5.4 Conclusion -- Notes -- Bibliography -- Index -- A -- B -- C -- D -- F -- G -- H -- I -- J -- K -- L -- M -- N -- O -- P -- Q -- R -- S -- T -- V -- X.
Abstract:
Examining the syntax and semantics of discourse markers, this book employs a syntactic approach to describe discourse markers in Head-Driven Phrase Structure Grammar (HPSG), relevant in a theory of discourse because it provides a framework in which all levels of grammar can be integrated. Since discourse markers operate at discourse level, a well developed discourse theory is required - in this case, Segmented Discourse Representation Theory (SDRT) is adopted. During the course of the book, Minimal Recourse Semantics is explained as it provides an integration of HPSG and SDRT. The approach described is exemplified with an analysis of 'anyway'. This book provides a detailed overview of research on discourse markers covering different areas of linguistics: from a discourse analysis point of view, to a Relevance Theory perspective going through a computational linguistics approach. Containing a precise summary of HPSG and the recently developed SDRT, it will be of great interest to researchers in semantics, pragmatics, grammar and discourse analysis.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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