Foreign Vocabulary in Sign Languages: A Cross-Linguistic Investigation of Word Formation

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Diane Brentari

Foreign Vocabulary in Sign Languages

A Cross-Linguistic Investigation of Word Formation

Diane Brentari

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Sign languages

Psychology Press
17 July 2014

linguistics; Psycholinguistics; Sign languages, Braille & other linguistic communication; Sign Language - Grammar; Sign Language - Vocabulary

This book takes a close look at the ways that five sign languages borrow elements from the surrounding, dominant spoken language community where each is situated. It offers careful analyses of semantic, morphosyntactic, and phonological adaption of forms taken from a source language (in this case a spoken language) to a recipient signed language. In addition, the contributions contained in the volume examine the social attitudes and cultural values that play a role in this linguistic process. Since the cultural identity of Deaf communities is manifested most strongly in their sign languages, this topic is of interest for cultural and linguistic reasons. Linguists interested in phonology, morphology, word formation, bilingualism, and linguistic anthropology will find this an interesting set of cases of language contact. Interpreters and sign language teachers will also find a wealth of interesting facts about the sign languages of these diverse Deaf communities.

Edited by: Diane Brentari
Imprint: Psychology Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 294g
ISBN: 9780415654883
ISBN 10: 0415654882
Pages: 186
Publication Date: 17 July 2014
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active