In this course we will analyse a very productive type of complex verb in English: the phrasal verb (e.g. mix up, throw out, wipe off, close down). We will consider the syntax (separability), the semantics (literal vs. non-literal meaning), the morphology (word formation) and the phonology (stress pattern) of English phrasal verbs, which present a puzzle as to the structural status of phrasal verbs (phrase or word). We will evaluate various theoretical analyses that have been proposed to account for the complex properties of phrasal verbs.
Timetable
The timetable will be available from June 1st on the Internet.
Method of Instruction
Two-hour seminar per week.
A la carte and contract teaching
Not available as a la carte.
Course objectives
Students have a thorough understanding of the properties and dynamics of English phrasal verbs. They are familiar with a number of theoretical analyses of English phrasal verbs and are able to critically evaluate these analyses.
Required reading
To be announced
Examination
Presentation (30%); final written paper (70%). A separate paper may be submitted for a 5 ECTS extension.
Information
English Department, P.N. van Eyckhof 4, room 102c. Tel. 071-5272144. English@hum.leidenuniv.nl
Blackboard/webpage
No blackboard available.