Spontaneous Spoken Language: Syntax and Discourse
The authors examine the types of clauses used by people when they are speaking off the cuff. They also analyze the devices speakers use when organizing larger chunks of language, such as conversations. Using data from English, German, and Russian, they develop a systematic analysis of spoken English and highlight cross-language properties. They argue that there are major and systematic differences between spoken and written language, and conclude by exploring the implications of their...
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The authors examine the types of clauses used by people when they are speaking off the cuff. They also analyze the devices speakers use when organizing larger chunks of language, such as conversations. Using data from English, German, and Russian, they develop a systematic analysis of spoken English and highlight cross-language properties. They argue that there are major and systematic differences between spoken and written language, and conclude by exploring the implications of their findings for typology, first-language acquisition, and education.
Abbreviations1Introduction12Sentences and Clauses283Clauses: Type, Combination, and Integration724Noun Phrases: Complexity and Configuration1335Focus Constructions1906Focus Constructions: Clefts and like2637Historical Linguistics and Typology3358Written Language, First Language Acquisition, and Education373Epilogue426References427Index443
