A Congruence Approach to Syntax and Codeswitching.
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| Title: | A Congruence Approach to Syntax and Codeswitching. |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Sebba, Mark |
| Source: | International Journal of Bilingualism. Mar 1998 2(1):1-19. |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 19 |
| Publication Date: | 1998 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Opinion Papers |
| Descriptors: | Bilingualism, Code Switching (Language), Linguistic Theory, Syntax |
| ISSN: | 1367-0069 |
| Abstract: | Argues that an adequate theory of codeswitching syntax is one that holds that the actual nature of the switching is relative not only to the language pairs, but also to other situational factors. Suggests that congruence of categories is constructed by bilinguals in a given situation with four alternative outcomes for the given candidate switch: (1) harmonization; (2) neutralization; (3) compromise; and (4) blocking. (Author/VWL) |
| Journal Code: | CIJOCT2000 |
| Entry Date: | 2000 |
| Accession Number: | EJ605061 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Argues that an adequate theory of codeswitching syntax is one that holds that the actual nature of the switching is relative not only to the language pairs, but also to other situational factors. Suggests that congruence of categories is constructed by bilinguals in a given situation with four alternative outcomes for the given candidate switch: (1) harmonization; (2) neutralization; (3) compromise; and (4) blocking. (Author/VWL) |
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| ISSN: | 1367-0069 |
