Lexical and Compositional Semantics

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Course Description

Semantic properties of verbs and nouns, integrating lexical and compositional issues. Potential topics include aspect, argument relations, events, and the mass/count distinction. Points will be enriched by drawing on related insights from linguistic typology and cognitive science. Prerequisites: LINGUIST 130A/230A, LINGUIST 130B, or permission of instructor.

Grading Basis

ROP - Letter or Credit/No Credit

Min

4

Max

4

Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?

No

Course Component

Seminar

Enrollment Optional?

No

Does this course satisfy the University Language Requirement?

No

Programs

LINGUIST231A is a completion requirement for:
  • (from the following course set: )