War-Khasi and War-Jaiñtia

Navigating the Syntactic Complexity of Khasi Language Varieties

Rymphang K. Rynjah, Saralin A. Lyngdoh (Autoren)

Buch | Hardcover

167 Seiten

2024 | Unabridged edition
Cambridge Scholars Publishing (Verlag)
978-1-0364-0944-9 (ISBN)

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This book is an exploration into the syntactic structures of Khasi language varieties through a comparative analysis of the War-Khasi and War-Jaiñtia varieties. The study aims to uncover the unique features and complexities of these languages, shedding light on their grammatical intricacies. Key objectives include investigating structural variations, offering in-depth insights into syntactic operations, clarifying the distinction between functional and lexical heads, and systematically comparing word orders.This book caters to a diverse audience, from linguistics enthusiasts and researchers to educators and policymakers interested in the preservation and cultural diversity of the regional languages in Northeast India. Language enthusiasts will find the detailed examination of morphosyntax and syntactic operations captivating, enhancing their understanding of the linguistic intricacies governing communication in the Khasi language. Researchers will value the book's rigorous methodology, which integrates primary data elicitation, parallel text analysis, and contrastive analysis to provide valuable insights into syntactic variation and language change in the Khasi language.

Dr Rymphang K. Rynjah is a Khasi linguist specialising in the fields of Khasi typology and comparative linguistics. His research focuses on the systematic comparison of Khasi varieties to identify similarities and differences, reconstruct linguistic histories, and uncover the genetic relationships between Khasi languages. Dr Rynjah's work also extends to the documentation and preservation of Khasi language varieties, contributing to the revitalization efforts of these linguistic traditions in the region. Dr Saralin A. Lyngdoh is a highly regarded linguist with expertise in Khasi syntax, morphosyntax, and the typology of Northeast Indian languages. With a deep understanding of the linguistic landscape of Northeast India, Dr Lyngdoh has conducted extensive fieldwork and comparative studies on the typology of languages spoken in the region. Her research involves documenting and analysing the syntactic and morphosyntactic properties of various Northeast Indian languages and seeking novel approaches for the implementation of technology in language preservation and revitalization efforts within these communities. Additionally, Dr Lyngdoh has published numerous articles and presented at international conferences on the subject.

Erscheinungsdatum	22.08.2024
Verlagsort	Newcastle upon Tyne
Sprache	englisch
Maße	148 x 212 mm
Themenwelt	Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Sprachwissenschaft
ISBN-10	1-0364-0944-9 / 1036409449
ISBN-13	978-1-0364-0944-9 / 9781036409449
Zustand	Neuware