Grammar
A Student's Guide

This book is an alphabetical guide to one hundred basic grammatical terms, with explanations, examples and exercises.

James R. Hurford (Author)

9780521456272, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 3 November 1994

288 pages
24.4 x 17 x 1.5 cm, 0.46 kg

"For students of linguistics and language teachers, this is a good, quick reference book..." Studies in 2nd Language Acquisition

This introductory guide to grammar explains one hundred basic grammatical terms. A knowledge of such terms, and how they interconnect, is crucial for an understanding of the structure and function of language. The explanations are listed alphabetically for easy reference, like a dictionary, but offer much more than a simple definition. Each entry is divided into sections, providing a clear explanation, examples, exercises, and highlighting the main contrasts and interrelationships between the terms. Many entries contain a 'for interest' section which sets out further fascinating points, often drawing on some of the more exotic languages of the world, or discussing important contemporary issues, such as dialects, standard language, and sexism in language. Clearly written and easy to use, this book will be an invaluable source of information for students of language and linguistics.

Introduction
Acknowledgements
List of abbreviations
The guide
Answers to exercises
Index.

Subject Areas: Grammar, syntax & morphology [CFK]