Morphology in English

Word Formation in Cognitive Grammar

By: Zeki Hamawand

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Hardcover | 7 July 2011 | Edition Number 1

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304 Pages

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23.4 x 15.6 x 1.75

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Morphology in English is a text which provides an in-depth analysis of the branch of linguistics which studies the formation of composite words and the form-meaning relationships between their subparts. It takes a cognitive viewpoint and provides full coverage of the essential topics of prefixation, suffixation and compounding. It covers categorization, configuration and conceptualization and enables readers to recognize the complexity of the English lexical system. It demonstrates the pivotal role which morphemes play in the expansion of a languages lexical store.

The book combines two aspects of language: word formation and semantic distinctions regarding usage, enabling readers to understand the formation of composite words and their use in natural language. The book features:

clear layout

accessible style

explicit definitions

vivid illustrations

actual data

examples

exercises

further reading

appendices

companion website with full answer set

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Hamawand's textbook represents a novel model of linguistic analysis. It introduces the core areas of morphology in a refreshing and lively way. It is well-structured, lucidly written and nicely presented.--Sanford Lakoff

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