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The Graeco-Latin Vocabulary of Formal English: Some Pedagogical Implications.

Authors :
Kelly, Robert
Source :
RELC Journal: A Journal of Language Teaching and Research in Southeast Asia. Jun 1991 22(1):69-83.
Publication Year :
1991

Abstract

Corson's argument regarding points of difficulty about the Graeco-Latin vocabulary (morphological complexity and form/meaning relationship "opacity") are the basis of a proposal that much of the Graeco-Latin vocabulary of formal English can be shown to be quite regular and can be systematically taught. (Contains 10 references.) (LB)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0033-6882
Volume :
22
Issue :
1
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
RELC Journal: A Journal of Language Teaching and Research in Southeast Asia
Publication Type :
Editorial & Opinion
Accession number :
EJ467128
Document Type :
Opinion Papers<br />Journal Articles