Body-part terms in the grammar of Igbo

IF 0.6 3区文学 0 LANGUAGE & LINGUISTICS

Southern African Linguistics and Applied Language Studies Pub Date : 2023-03-09 DOI:10.2989/16073614.2022.2113414

M. Amaechi, Florence C. Nwosu

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Abstract

Abstract This article examines the grammar of body-part terms in Igbo (Benue-Congo). We present an inventory of expressions used for body parts. The data show that Igbo has a large number of complex terms used for body parts. These nominal expressions involve associative constructions. We further explore the grammar of body-part phrases in terms of how they relate to spatial relations and fixed idioms. In addition to the associative construction which is commonly used in body-part expressions, we documented six other syntactic constructions that are used in body-part terms and expressions.

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伊格博语法中的身体部位术语

摘要本文考察了刚果伊博语中身体部位术语的语法。我们列出了用于身体部位的表达式清单。数据显示，伊博有大量用于身体部位的复杂术语。这些名词表达式涉及联想结构。我们进一步探讨了身体部位短语与空间关系和固定习语的语法关系。除了身体部位表达中常用的联想结构外，我们还记录了身体部位术语和表达中使用的其他六种句法结构。

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Southern African Linguistics and Applied Language Studies Multiple-

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0.90

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期刊介绍： Southern African Linguistics and Applied Language Studies publishes articles on a wide range of linguistic topics and acts as a forum for research into ALL the languages of southern Africa, including English and Afrikaans. Original contributions are welcomed on any of the core areas of linguistics, both theoretical (e.g. syntax, phonology, semantics) and applied (e.g. sociolinguistic topics, language teaching, language policy). Review articles, short research reports and book reviews are also welcomed. Articles in languages other than English are accompanied by an extended English summary.