Complex Predicates in Japanese

Originally published in 1994, this volume analyses complex predicate constructions in Japanese in the framework of Head-driven Phrase Structure Grammar (HPSG). The book presents the theoretical framework as a basis of the following analyses and discusses thematic roles, reflexive binding and case marking. Attention is also given to passive, benefactive and causative constructions.

Sommario

1. Introduction 2. Theoretical Framework 3. Passive Constructions 4. Benefactive Constructions 5. Causative Constructions 6. Conclusion

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Chiharu Uda Kikuta

Riassunto

Originally published in 1994, this volume analyses complex predicate constructions in Japanese in the framework of Head-driven Phrase Structure Grammar (HPSG). The book presents the theoretical framework as a basis of the following analyses and discusses thematic roles, reflexive binding and case marking. Attention is also given to passive, benefactive and causative constructions.

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: Chiharu Uda Kikuta
• Editore: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Tascabile
• Pubblicazione: 31.12.2019
• EAN: 9781138394308
• ISBN: 978-1-138-39430-8
• Pagine: 374
• Serie: Routledge Library Editions: Japanese Linguistics
• Categorie: Scienze umane, arte, musica > Scienze linguistiche e letterarie > Altre lingue / altre letterature; LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / General, Japanese, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Linguistics / General, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Linguistics / Syntax, Grammar, syntax & morphology, Grammar, syntax and morphology, YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION / Language Arts / Grammar