ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-DEP2-0001 · ATLAS 251

Loanword formation

Formation of new words with borrowed linguistic material or according to a pattern from another language.

Explanation

Formation of new words with borrowed linguistic material or according to a pattern from another language. Shows language contact as productive reconstruction: borrowed material is fitted into local rules and changes both sides.

Example

A borrowed stem receives a native derivational element.

Counterexample

A mere label without the described formal or conceptual movement.

Distinction

Distinguish from Lehnwort; the neighbour remains connected as a crossway.

Effect on thought and perception

Shows language contact as productive reconstruction: borrowed material is fitted into local rules and changes both sides.

Resonance

Shows language contact as productive reconstruction: borrowed material is fitted into local rules and changes both sides.

Cite this entry

Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Loanword formation“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-DEP2-0001. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-DEP2-0001

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