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Routledge Downward Entailing and Chinese Polarity Items

Name: Routledge Downward Entailing and Chinese Polarity Items
Brand: Routledge
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Explore a new perspective on linguistic phenomena with Downward Entailing and Chinese Polarity Items from the Frontiers in Applied Linguistics series. This scholarly work by Routledge examines polarity phenomena in natural languages, specifically focusing on the mechanics of Chinese polarity items. While previous research has largely followed the non-veridicality approach, this book introduces a different analytical foundation. It proposes the downward-entailing hypothesis as the primary driver for various Chinese polarity items. The author argues that downward entailment serves as the only licensor, suggesting that non-veridicality is neither a necessary nor sufficient condition for these linguistic patterns. By challenging existing theories, this text offers a fresh way to understand the explanatory power behind linguistic licensing. It provides a foundational framework for researchers and students interested in applied linguistics and the specific structures of the Chinese language. This book is an essential resource for those looking to deepen their understanding of how polarity items function within complex linguistic systems.

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Analyzes Chinese polarity items through the lens of the downward-entailing hypothesis.

Challenges the traditional non-veridicality approach used in previous linguistic studies.

Provides a detailed argument regarding the necessity and sufficiency of different licensing conditions.

Part of the Frontiers in Applied Linguistics series published by Routledge.

Offers a new analytical foundation for researchers studying natural language polarity phenomena.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138576816
Category: Books > Subjects > Language Study & Reference > By Language > Chinese
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 10 May 2018
Listed Since: 31 January 2018

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