Vague language, elasticity theory and the use of 'some' : a comparative study of L1 and L2 speakers in educational settings
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Vague language, elasticity theory and the use of 'some' : a comparative study of L1 and L2 speakers in educational settings
Bloomsbury Academic, 2020
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"First published in Great Britain 2018. Paperback edition published 2020"--T.p. verso
Includes bibliographical references (p. [183]-193) and index
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内容説明
In Vague Language, Elasticity Theory and the Use of ‘Some’, Nguyet Nhu Le and Grace Qiao Zhang present the first comprehensive study of the word ‘some’, focusing on its elasticity. In particular, they consider how ‘some’ is both a quantifier and a qualifier, has positive or negative meanings, and has local and global interpretations. They show that the word is used across a meaning continuum and can be used to convey a range of states, including approximation, uncertainty, politeness, and evasion. Finally, they demonstrate that the functions of ‘some’ are also multi-directional and non-categorical, consisting of four major functions (right amount of information, mitigation, withholding information, and discourse management).
Based on naturally-occurring classroom data of L1 (American English) and L2 (Chinese- and Vietnamese-speaking learners of English) speakers, Vague Language shows that L2 speakers used ‘some’ more than L1 speakers and explores the significance of this, particularly taking account of speakers’ language ability and cultural backgrounds. While this book focuses on the single word ‘some’, the authors’ discussion has important implications for language studies more generally, as they call for a rethinking of our approaches to language study and more attention to its elasticity.
目次
1. Introduction
2. Theoretical Foundations
3. Methodology
4. ‘Some’ and ‘Some’ Clusters
5. Pragmatic Functions of ‘Some’
6. General Discussion
7. Conclusions and Implications
Bibliography
Index
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