Binding: Paperback
Description: Corpus Linguistics for Vocabulary provides a practical introduction to using corpus linguistics in vocabulary studies. Using freely available corpus tools the author provides a step - by - step guide on how corpora can be used to explore key vocabulary - related research questions and topics such as: The frequency of English words and how to choose which ones should be taught to learners; How spoken vocabulary differs from written vocabulary and how academic vocabulary differs from general vocabulary; How vocabulary contributes to the structure of discourse and the pragmatic functions it fulfils. Featuring case studies and tasks throughout Corpus Linguistics for Vocabulary provides a clear and accessible guide and is essential reading for students and teachers wanting to understand appreciate and conduct corpus - based research in vocabulary studies.
Title: Corpus Linguistics For Vocabulary A Guide For Research
Author(s): Szudarski Pawel (University Of Nottingham Uk)
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Barcode: 9781138187221
Pages: 228 Pages, 29 Tables, Black And White; 37 Halftones, Black And White; 37 Illustrations, Black And Wh
Publication Date: 10/10/2017
Series: Routledge Corpus Linguistics Guides
Category: Grammar & Vocabulary