Discontinuous constituents are syntactic units that are separated by other elements within a sentence. They challenge traditional linear views of…
The directive illocutionary point refers to speech acts intended to get the hearer to do something. This category includes commands,…
Direct illocutionary acts convey their intended meaning straightforwardly, without relying on indirect cues. The speaker's intention is clear from the…
A diphthong is a gliding vowel sound made by moving from one vowel sound to another within the same syllable.…
A Different Subject Marker (DSM) is a linguistic phenomenon indicating a shift in topic within a sentence or discourse. It…
Dialogue discourse examines the structure, patterns, and functions of spoken interaction. It analyzes how conversations are built, maintained, and how…
Developmental lexical relations describe how word meanings evolve and connect over time, influencing vocabulary acquisition and understanding. It explores semantic…
A determiner is a word that introduces a noun, specifying its quantity, possession, or definiteness. Common determiners include 'a', 'an',…
A derivational affix is a morpheme added to a word's root or stem to create a new word, often changing…
Explore demonstrative pronouns and adjectives like 'this,' 'that,' 'these,' and 'those.' Understand their function in pointing out specific nouns and…