lexis and semantics Flashcards
what is lexis
the study of words
what is semantics
the study of the meaning of words
what is a words dénotation
its dictionary definition
what is a words connotation?
the meanings beyond its dictionary definitions
what is a semantic feild and give an example?
-based on association
-death: black, afterlife, hades,raven.
what is a lexical field and give an example?
-subject area association
-birds: raven, dove, chicken, penguin
what is the high register lexical register?
-words that are of a more sophisticated level and directed towards more intellectual of an audience
what is the low register lexical register?
use of short, commonly used and informal language made to appeal to all audiences and even children
what is the fluctuating register lexical register?
-a mixed register that can switch between high register and low register
-can be used as a source of balance but also humour and a strategy for engagement
L- what is high frequency lexis?
commonly used words
L- what is low frequency lexis?
rarely used words
L- what is monosyllabic lexis?
one syllable words
L-what is disyllabic lexis?
two syllabled words
L- what is polysyllabic lexis?
words with multiple syllables
L-what is subject specific lexis?
words closely connected to one subject
L- what is jargon
language specific to one profession that is often difficult for others to understand
L- what is colloquial language?
everyday informal language
L-what is slang?
language common to a group that excludes others
L- what is dialect?
language common to one regional area
L- what is taboo?
swear words
L-What are address terms(formal and informal)?
the formal and informal ways that we address each other
L-what are courtesy terms(formal or informal)?
polite phrases such as thank you/cheers
L-what is archaism?
old words
L- what is neologism?
newly created words
