Hoey, Michael

Lexical Priming

(No reviews yet) Write a Review
ISBN 13:
9780415328630
author:
Hoey, Michael
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Routledge
language:
English
Publication Year:
2005
Pages:
202
Dimensions:
156 mm X 234 mm
Genre:
Applied linguistics for ELT
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£44.42

Description

Lexical Priming: A New Theory of Words and Language by Michael Hoey presents a groundbreaking approach to understanding language. According to Hoey, words are not isolated entities, but rather interact with each other in common patterns of use, shaped by our experiences with them. This theory is supported by statistical evidence from a range of texts, including newspaper English, travel writing, and literary text. By examining how words are used in context, Hoey argues that speakers of a language can develop fluency, creativity, and natural expression. By exploring the relationship between words and their usage, Lexical Priming offers a fresh perspective on the nature of language and its role in shaping our understanding of the world.

View AllClose

Related Products

Related Products

Lexical Meaning
Add to Cart
Quick view

Lexical Meaning

M. Lynne Murphy

£52.32
Lexical Meaning by M. Lynne Murphy provides a comprehensive introduction to word meaning, exploring its relationship with syntax and semantics. This textbook offers a balanced overview of main...
Lexical Grammar
Add to Cart
Quick view

Lexical Grammar

Selivan, Leo

£46.61
Lexical Grammar by Leo Selivan provides an in-depth exploration of recent developments in corpus linguistics and second language acquisition research. The book highlights the crucial role that chunks...