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Exploring the Semantic Significance ‘Camel’ and Cultural Representation in the Kazakh Ethnic Worldview as Reflected in the National Corpus
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Article ID: 6986 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6986
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The article examines the study of the concept of “cultural worldview” in linguistics, including methods for studying the linguistic expression of the ethnic perspective. It argues that the formation of information about this concept, organized in the mind of a nation before it is expressed through language, is composed of various worldviews. Human knowledge is... More
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Translation Strategies of English Passive Constructions into Arabic: An Analysis of Google Translation Engine Produced Translations Using House’s TQA Model
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Article ID: 6905 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6905
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This study explores the translation of English passive constructions into Arabic, focusing on the prevalent translation shifts and the preservation of the source functions within this process. Utilizing a qualitative methodology, it analyzes passive constructions from an English economic-political article based on House’s (2015) Translation Quality Assessment model. It reviews all passive participles classifying them... More
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The Elementary School Student’s Achievements in Usada Bali ‘Balinese Traditional Medicine’ Lexicon (Gender Study and Language Revitalization)
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Article ID: 6893 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6893
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Usada Bali is a traditional Balinese healing practice that uses natural materials like plants for medicine. This practice is recorded in Balinese script on lontar leaves. Modern technology and synthetic medicine have reduced the use of some traditional medicinal plants and caused a language shift from Balinese to Indonesian, even for traditional medicine terminology. Now,... More
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Evolving Representations of Childhood: A Diachronic Analysis of the Lexeme Child in British Newspapers from the 18th To 21st Centuries
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Article ID: 6877 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6877
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This article investigates the semantic evolution of the lexeme CHILD in British newspaper discourse from the 18th to the 21st centuries, employing a diachronic approach and cognitive semantics framework. The study utilizes lexical analysis and frame modelling methodologies to trace changes in the lexical meaning of the lexeme CHILD during the mentioned period, drawing on dictionaries... More
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Scenarios to Implement Metaverse into the Saudi Educational System
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Article ID: 6853 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6853
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In recent years, technological advancements have profoundly reshaped various facets of daily life. An emerging innovation in this realm is the integration of the metaverse—a virtual reality space enabling immersive digital interactions—into language classrooms. This integration promises transformative opportunities for enhancing vocabulary learning through interactive and immersive experiences. However, the literature on metaverse integration in... More
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Article
Intertext: How Do Readers Perceive National and Universal Precedents?
Kalamkas Kalybekova, Nurgul Nygmetova, Baglan Kaukerbekova, Aiman Kelmaganbetova , Karlygash Khamzina203-214
Article ID: 6850 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6850
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The article examines the national and universal level of precedent phenomena, which are one of the forms of creating intertexts. Our goal is to show which type of levels is most quickly determined by the reader. To achieve this goal, 36 respondents participated in the research work and six precedent phenomena were obtained: 3 national,... More
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Review
Content-Based Instruction in Language Education: A Bibliometric Review
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Article ID: 6845 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6845
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The popularization of content-based foreign language programs has given rise to Content-Based Instruction (CBI) as a practical pedagogical approach to facilitating language learning through the medium of content. The growing amount of relevant research in the past decades has necessitated a systematic review of the trends in CBI research to summarize achievements and illuminate future... More
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Revisiting the Challenges of Teaching and Learning Indigenous South African Languages
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Article ID: 6835 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6835
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Whereas South Africa has made significant strides after the official end of colonialism and apartheid in 1994 concerning the advancement of indigenous South African languages, there are observable challenges that demonstrate endurance even in the post-colonial and post-apartheid contexts. In particular, there are enduring challenges in the teaching and learning of these languages within the... More
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An Ethnographic Case Study: Exploring an Adult ESL Learner’s BICS and CALP Proficiency Disparity
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Article ID: 6831 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6831
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This ethnographic case study investigated the disparity in an adult learner's second language (L2) proficiency between basic interpersonal communication skills (BICS) and cognitive academic language proficiency (CALP). The learner, well-educated in his first language (L1) Italian, demonstrated higher CALP but lower BICS in L2 English. Data collection spanned 15 weeks and included classroom observations, in-class artifacts,... More
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Trend Analysis of Fluency-Related Research Articles: Using Data Mining
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Article ID: 6797 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6797
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This research seeks to identify recent research trends in analysing fluency in English language studies since 2010. The importance of studying corpora that compile registered research in linguistics is growing; thus, it is time to consider the significance of data mining analysis on the corpora. Considering this emerging research topic, this analysis intends to generate... More
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Learning Strategies for Chinese as Foreign Language Learners in College: A Qualitative Study
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Article ID: 6795 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6795
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Embarking on the journey of learning Chinese as a foreign language in college entails grappling with a myriad of distinctive challenges, ranging from navigating its intricate writing system to mastering its tonal pronunciation and unraveling its rich cultural nuances. In this complex landscape of language acquisition, comprehending the nuanced learning strategies wielded by Chinese foreign... More
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From Sensations to Contrast, Opposition and Numbers
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Article ID: 6780 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6780
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Language can be deceptively simple in its use yet frustratingly complex in its analysis. Its apparent clarity often masks an inherent complexity, rendering the true meaning of words simultaneously obvious and elusive. This inquiry investigates the multifaceted nature of meaning, encompassing not only language but also forms of expression that do not rely on spoken... More
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Captioning for Clarity: Mastering Stress with Word-Based vs. Phonetic Video Transcriptions
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Article ID: 6779 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6779
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This study explores an understudied aspect of video captioning in language learning: the use of phonetic transcription. While extensive research has examined the effects of traditional word-based captioning, the potential benefits of phonetic transcription captions remain largely unexplored. To address this knowledge gap, a quasi-experimental study was conducted comparing two captioning conditions: traditional word-based captions... More
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Cognitive Aspects of Translation: The Latest Research in Psycholinguistics and Cognitive Science
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Article ID: 6775 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6775
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The study of the cognitive aspect of translation opens up new possibilities for understanding and analysing the translation process through the prism of cognitive science. By analysing the cognitive processes that take place in the translator's brain while performing translation, it is possible to reveal various aspects of this complex... More
ArticleTowards Integrating Emotional Intelligence in the Interpreter’s Toolkit: Emotions’ Management Training of Translation Graduate Students in KSA
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Article ID: 6774 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6774
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Emotional Intelligence (henceforth, EI) is a critical but often an overlooked component in interpreter training, particularly in the context of Saudi Arabia (KSA) training curricula. This paper examines the integration of EI into the training toolkit for interpreters in KSA, focusing on the recognition and management of emotions. This study, conducted in a Saudi University,... More
ArticleTesting the Early Differentiation Hypothesis: A Case Study of a Spanish-English Bilingual Child
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Article ID: 6760 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6760
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This paper contributes to the field of simultaneous bilingual first language acquisition (2L1). Specifically, it examines the developmental stages of a bilingual child in two languages, Spanish and English. The analysis is performed by analyzing bilingual acquisition data from CHILDES database with the CLAN program. The study aims to support several hypotheses proposed in the... More
ArticleLexical Analysis of Japanese Children’s Songs from the Perspective of Japanese Language Education
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Article ID: 6754 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6754
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Japanese children's songs can be a valuable resource for adult learners of the language, Firstly, the vocabulary used in children's songs is predominantly high-frequency and foundational, with a large portion falling below the N2 proficiency level. By mastering the words and phrases found in these songs, learners can expand their conversational abilities beyond the confines... More
ArticleActivation of «COVID» Words in the Kazakh Language: Statistical Analysis
Zhazira Agabekova, Aigul Amirbekova, Kalamkas Kalybekova, Dana Ospanova, Bayan Abylayeva, Bolat Khassenov194-202
Article ID: 6753 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6753
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Some words in the Kazakh language became more active during the pandemic. This article describes which words were most often used in the Kazakh language during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research materials were taken from Google Trends and the National Corpus of the Kazakh language. The analysis showed that in the Kazakh language words like... More
ArticleAlternative Teaching Strategies in Learning Filipino Language among Dominant English Speakers
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Article ID: 6742 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6742
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Alternative teaching strategies employed by grade school teachers were important in enhancing motivation in learning the Filipino language among students with dominant English language use at home. This qualitative research study explored these alternative strategies and their effects on the language learning motivation of the target student population. The study aimed to achieve two key... More
ArticleThe Study on Sentence Difficulty of the Chinese Components
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Article ID: 6737 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6737
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In recent years, reading comprehension has gradually become a proficiency indicator of interest in lexical and grammar. As sentences are the basic units of discourse structure, sentence difficulty is often applied to the study of text difficulty. Although there have been a number of studies on sentence difficulty, the lack of consistency in the indicators... More
ArticleReading, Spelling, and Visual Lexical Decision in English: the Case of Spanish Children with Dyslexia
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Article ID: 6729 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6729
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The primary challenge that children with dyslexia face is the difficulty in learning the alphabetic code and forming orthographic representations of words. Consequently, their reading and writing abilities lack fluidity. Given factors, it is possible that children with dyslexia may encounter difficulties when learning English as a Foreign Language. This research investigates the significance of... More
ArticleTransition Words and Phrases: Logical Fallacy in Saudi Premedical English as a Foreign Language Learners’ Written English
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Article ID: 6728 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6728
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This study investigates the use of transition words and phrases in the writing samples of premedical EFL learners enrolled in a preparatory English course at a university in Saudi Arabia. The study employed an empirical research design and mixed-methods research methodology to investigate the factors behind learners’ perplexity about the semantic contexts for using transition... More
ArticleIntegrating Digital Authentic Materials in ESP Classrooms: Effects on Kazakh Students’ Language Proficiency and Student Engagement
Zhanargul Gabdullina , Perizat Yelubayeva, Ekaterina Nemtchinova , Klara Kunakova, Galiya Kulzhanbekova300-315
Article ID: 6712 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6712
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The primary aim of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of selected task-design strategies for integrating digital authentic materials into ESP instruction. It mainly focuses on how teachers navigated this alternative learning environment and the challenges they experienced. A mixed-methods approach was employed, gathering quantitative data through standardized tests and qualitative data through interviews... More
ArticleToward Postulating a Critical Digital Pedagogy Scale: Development and Validation of a Meta-Connective Attitude Questionnaire for the Online Classrooms
Subashini K Rajanthran, Mehdi Manoochehrzadeh, Hamed Barjesteh, Maya Shakiyeva420-433
Article ID: 6676 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6676
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Although digital technology and democracy through digital learning environments are gaining attention in applied linguistics, the lack of a measurement scale with robust psychometric properties hinders progress towards education quality and learning opportunities. To address this gap, this study is a report on designing, constructing, and validating the practicality of critical digital pedagogy (CDP) scale.... More
ArticleResearch on the Innovation of Arabic Interrogative Sentence Teaching Strategies
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Article ID: 6671 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6671
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This study investigates innovative teaching strategies for Arabic interrogative sentences, aiming to enhance language learners’ proficiency and comprehension in this linguistic domain. The target audience for these strategies includes Arabic language instructors and learners seeking to improve their language skills. To achieve the objectives of the current research, the researcher designed 3 tables to identify... More
ArticleGroup Work as a Contributing Factor for Language Use and Oral Fluency in EFL Classroom
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Article ID: 6669 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6669
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This study analyses how the cooperative learning strategies of discussions and interactions through group work could increase the speaking fluency of Pakistani students studying English as a foreign language to help them overcome their challenges. This study observed the contribution of group work as a cooperative learning strategy on oral fluency abilities in the context... More
ArticleThe Role of Multimedia Resources in the Development of Critical Comprehension of Texts in Teaching of Language and Literature in Higher Education Institutions
Alla Nikitina, Nadiia Karlova, Marcharita Kravchenko, Olena Lapko, Halyna Barylova, Juliia Kotienieva71-81
Article ID: 6668 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6668
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The aim of the article is to determine the possibilities of using multimedia technologies for the development of critical thinking of students of higher education institutions (HIEs) in the philological context. The research used L. Starkey's test of critical thinking, observation, and conversation to study the ability to comprehend texts critically. Such criteria as the... More
ArticleNegative Transfer and Delay in Proficiency Development: L1 Influenced Syntax Issues Faced by Arab EFL Learners
Abdullah Ahmad M Alfaifi, Mohammad Saleem42-57
Article ID: 6664 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6664
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Mother-tongue/L1 influence/interference in the learning process of a foreign/second language is quite common. Mother-tongue influence theory was quite popular in academia in the early twentieth century till the1950s, and fell out of favor in the 1960s, being replaced by the Interlanguage theory. However, the former has once again gained popularity as more scholars have come... More
ReviewWhat Can Interaction Mediate? An Alternative Model for Analysing Interaction in Multilingual Learning
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Article ID: 6659 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6659
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In this review article, we propose Social Network Analysis (SNA) as an alternative model for analysing interactions within diverse educational contexts. Emphasising the capacity of SNA to reveal unexpected results through the exploration of social ties, we discuss its application in understanding the dynamics of multilingual and multicultural educational settings. Drawing on a range of... More
ArticleParental Discretionary Influence on their Children's Manner of Learning English Language
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Article ID: 6656 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6656
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Parents serve as the first and most influential educators in a child's life, shaping their attitudes towards learning, fostering a supportive home environment conducive to academic success, and instilling crucial values such as perseverance and resilience. Beyond academic achievement, parental involvement contributes to the holistic development of students by promoting positive socio-emotional outcomes. When parents... More
ArticleFighting as a SOLDIER or Guilty as a SINNER? Metaphorical Insights into Early Career Researchers in Chinese Social Media Platform Little Red Book
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Article ID: 6653 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6653
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This article examines the metaphors used by Chinese early career researchers (ECRs) on the influential social media platform Little Red Book to discuss their roles and identities. It aims to provide empirical insights into their authentic ideas and attitudes regarding career development within the current landscape of Chinese higher education institutions (HEIs). Applying the MIPVU... More
ArticlePhenomenological Research into Chinese EFL Teachers’ Challenges
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Article ID: 6647 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6647
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Exploring the professional difficulties EFL teachers face and discussing their classroom implications will undoubtedly increase the effectiveness and efficiency of EFL education. The primary objective of the study is to shed light on the difficulties faced by Chinese EFL teachers and how these issues may affect both ELT practice and academic inquiry in different education... More
ArticleExploring Subject Markers and Object Clitics Errors in Spoken Arabic: A Case Study of Children with and without Developmental Language Disorder
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Article ID: 6635 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6635
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This study delves into the morphosyntactic challenges faced by Palestinian Arabic-speaking children, specifically focusing on conjugational subject markers and pronominal object clitics in those with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) compared to their typically developing language (TLD) peers. The sample comprised 54 children aged 4:6 to 6:6 years, including 30 DLD and 24 TLD individuals, who... More
ArticleValidity and Reliability of an Evaluation Instrument for English Curriculum System in Chinese Vocational Higher Education Institutions
Qu Yuping, Arasinah Kamis, Liping Jiang9-17
Article ID: 6599 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6599
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The English curriculum is the basic part of the curriculum system of vocational higher education institutions (VHEIs) in China, and it is the public compulsory curriculum that students of all majors must study. It not only cultivates students' ability to learn and apply English but also lays an English foundation for students' future further learning and lifelong development.... More
ArticleAcademic Group Discussions as a Ritual Frame: An Interactional Approach
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Article ID: 6554 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6554
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Academic group discussions were studied as a ritual frame by adopting the interactional approach in this research. The first aim was to examine how students reached alignment with university lecturers via speech acts (SAs) in group discussions based on the integrative SA model in the interactional approach. The second aim was to examine how the... More
ArticleRevisit the Resultative Construction in Mandarin Chinese
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Article ID: 6458 DOI:https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6458
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This study revisits the syntactic derivation of two resultative patterns in Mandarin Chinese: the compounding resultative and the DE-resultative. A splitting light verb structure is examined in these two patterns, both of which contain multiple adjacent light verbs along with feature inheritance. The v-splitting approach is better than a base-generated structure with two separate v... More