This second volume examines asymmetry in language by focusing on how
linguistic form and meaning align or diverge. Building on the concepts
introduced in Volume 1, this volume analyzes symmetry and asymmetry in
form-meaning relations using examples from antonym pairs,
subject-object contrasts, and the markedness patterns of adjectives.
It integrates several linguistic levels, emphasizing how functional
and cognitive factors drive these phenomena. The concluding discussion
posits that asymmetry persists as a core feature of language, whereas
symmetry is conditional and transient. This volume will appeal to
linguists, language educators, and anyone seeking deeper insights into
linguistic structure and function, particularly in Chinese
linguistics, markedness research, and comparative language studies.
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Form and Meaning
Product details
ISBN
9781040410851
Published
2025
Edition
1. edition
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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