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An invaluable dictionary for students who want a real insight into the culture of the English-speaking world! Now fully updated, it includes references as diverse as Michael J. Fox, Rugrats, and Woodstock, to Ally McBeal, Frasier, and Wall Street.
"The Longman Dictionary of English Language and Culture contains: 80,000 words and phrases, including new words such as webcam and WMD; clear definitions written using only 2000 common words; 15,000 cultural entries on politics, history, the arts, cinema, popular culture, history, and geography - from the Atkins Diet to the Gherkin, the iPod to 9/11, David Beckham to Martha Stewart; cultural, historical, and political notes, including Bank Holiday, CCTV, Ivy League, Oxbridge, and Thanksgiving; and culture pages and topic pages with colour photos on Festivals, Governments, British and American Works of Art, Sports, etc."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Aiming to provide a comprehensive dictionary that gets into the heart of the English language and helps students and teachers get into the head of the native speaker, this contains 15,000 cultural entries explaining items such as corner shop and Number ten, plus 80,000 words and phrases and more.
The new edition of this dictionary of contemporary English features natural word combinations in definitions and collocation (word-combination) boxes, word focus boxes and usage notes. Its aim is to help students expand their knowledge by showing how words are used together.
This book explores scholarly challenges within the fields of Anglophone language, literature, and culture. The section focusing on language details issues falling within two areas: namely, language contact and the language-culture relationship, and stylistic and syntactic perspectives on the English language. The literature part investigates twentieth-century American, English, and Australian literature, dealing with both poetry and prose and discussing topics of identity, gender, metafiction, postmodern conditions, and other relevant theoretical issues in contemporary literature. The culture part treats theoretical approaches in cultural studies that are vital in today’s cultural context, especially in Central European universities, the Irish language and culture, and contemporary cultural phenomena inspired by the growing ubiquity of technological intrusions into various fields of cultural production.
Embark on a captivating journey through the intertwined realms of language and culture with "CulturaLingua," the ultimate MCQ guide meticulously crafted for language enthusiasts, students, and cultural explorers eager to deepen their understanding of how language shapes and reflects diverse cultures. Whether you're a linguist, a traveler, or someone simply curious about the intricacies of communication, this comprehensive resource is your key to unraveling the symbiotic relationship between language and culture through a question-driven approach. About the Book: Dive into the rich tapestry of human communication with our MCQ guide, featuring thoughtfully curated questions spanning linguistic nuances, cross-cultural communication, idiomatic expressions, and cultural customs. "CulturaLingua" is your go-to companion for those seeking to explore the fascinating connections between language and culture, ensuring a nuanced understanding of the diverse ways in which people communicate and express themselves. Key Features: MCQ Exploration: Navigate through a diverse array of multiple-choice questions, each designed to enhance your understanding of how language and culture intersect. From linguistic diversity to cultural communication norms, "CulturaLingua" covers the spectrum of key concepts crucial for mastering the intricate relationship between language and culture. Detailed Explanations: Elevate your language and cultural knowledge with detailed explanations accompanying each MCQ. Uncover the intricacies of language nuances, idiomatic expressions, and cultural customs, providing a nuanced understanding of how language reflects and influences cultural identities. Cross-Cultural Insights: Connect language concepts to cross-cultural insights with practical examples. "CulturaLingua" bridges the gap between linguistic knowledge and cultural understanding, offering a holistic perspective on how language plays a crucial role in shaping and preserving cultural identities. Progressive Difficulty Levels: Progress from foundational to advanced questions, providing a structured learning experience suitable for learners at all levels. Challenge yourself with incrementally complex questions to deepen your understanding of language and cultural dynamics. Visual Learning Tools: Reinforce your understanding with visual aids such as cultural maps, language family trees, and illustrations of idiomatic expressions. These aids provide a visual dimension to the MCQs, facilitating a deeper understanding and appreciation of language and culture. Why Choose Our Guide? CulturaLingua Mastery Guarantee: Immerse yourself in a carefully crafted collection of MCQs that capture the essence of the intricate relationship between language and culture. "CulturaLingua" is a valuable resource for mastering the subtle nuances of communication across diverse cultural landscapes. Expert Authorship: Crafted by language and cultural experts, this guide reflects a deep understanding of linguistic diversity, cultural communication norms, and the nuanced dynamics that shape language and cultural identities. Digital Accessibility: Seamlessly integrate your exploration of language and culture into your digital lifestyle. "CulturaLingua" is available in digital format, providing the flexibility to study anytime, anywhere. Comprehensive Review: Use "CulturaLingua" for focused revision and comprehensive review. The progressive structure ensures a well-rounded understanding of language and cultural concepts, making it an invaluable tool for learners at all levels. Keywords: Language and Culture, MCQ Guide, CulturaLingua, Linguistic Nuances, Cross-Cultural Communication, Idiomatic Expressions, Cultural Customs, Progressive Difficulty Levels, Visual Learning Tools, Cultural Insights. Embark on a captivating journey with "CulturaLingua: Exploring Language and Culture through MCQs." Download your copy now to unravel the intricate relationship between language and culture, deepen your understanding of global communication, and become a master of the nuanced ways in which language reflects and shapes cultural identities. Whether you're a linguist, traveler, or cultural enthusiast, this guide is your key to exploring the fascinating interplay between language and culture with precision and expertise. 1 Language and Culture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.2 Structuralism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 2 Universality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 2.1 Cognitive Anthropology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 2.2 Ethnographic Study of Cognitive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 3 Linguistic Relativity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 3.1 Ethnocentrism and Cultural Relativism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 3.2 Categories of Kinship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 3.3 Deixis and Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 3.4 Genre and Figurative Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 3.5 Reductionism and Holism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 3.6 Ethnography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
This groundbreaking collection represents the broad scope of cutting-edge research in Cultural Linguistics, a burgeoning field of interdisciplinary inquiry into the relationships between language and cultural cognition. The materials surveyed in its chapters demonstrate how cultural conceptualisations encoded in language relate to all aspects of human life - from emotion and embodiment to kinship, religion, marriage and politics, even the understanding of life and death. Cultural Linguistics draws on cognitive science, complexity science and distributed cognition, among other disciplines, to strengthen its theoretical and analytical base. The tools it has developed have worked toward insightful investigations into the cultural grounding of language in numerous applied domains, including World Englishes, cross-cultural/intercultural pragmatics, intercultural communication, Teaching English as an International Language (TEIL), and political discourse analysis.
