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What is formulaic language?
What is formulaic language?
Formulaic language refers to frequently used sequences of words or expressions that are memorized and used as wholes rather than individual words.
What are some examples of formulaic language?
What are some examples of formulaic language?
Examples of formulaic language include collocations, fixed expressions, lexical metaphors, idioms, and situation-bound utterances.
What types of units can formulaic sequences contain?
What types of units can formulaic sequences contain?
Formulaic sequences can contain grammatical units, fixed semantic units, and pragmatic, situation-bound expressions.
What is the difference between formulaic and non-formulaic language?
What is the difference between formulaic and non-formulaic language?
Why do native speakers use formulaic language?
Why do native speakers use formulaic language?
Why do language teachers have an interest in teaching formulaic language?
Why do language teachers have an interest in teaching formulaic language?
What is the significance of formulaic language in language proficiency?
What is the significance of formulaic language in language proficiency?
What is the role of formulaic language in written communication?
What is the role of formulaic language in written communication?
What is the length of formulaic multi-word chunks?
What is the length of formulaic multi-word chunks?
What is the importance of formulaic language?
What is the importance of formulaic language?
In most communicative situations, similar formulaic sequences ______ and language users make use of similar and sometimes identical expressions
In most communicative situations, similar formulaic sequences ______ and language users make use of similar and sometimes identical expressions
Formulaic sequences can be long or ______
Formulaic sequences can be long or ______
Formulaic multi-word chunks are stored and recalled as ______
Formulaic multi-word chunks are stored and recalled as ______
A significant percentage of written communication is highly ______ into pre-fabricated utterances
A significant percentage of written communication is highly ______ into pre-fabricated utterances
Native speakers have a repertoire of ______ memorised routines
Native speakers have a repertoire of ______ memorised routines
The use of formulaic language is regarded as an indicator of overall language ______
The use of formulaic language is regarded as an indicator of overall language ______
Formulaic language is the heart and soul of ______-like language use
Formulaic language is the heart and soul of ______-like language use
Formulaic language includes collocations, fixed expressions, lexical metaphors, idioms and ______-bound utterances
Formulaic language includes collocations, fixed expressions, lexical metaphors, idioms and ______-bound utterances
Formulaic language contributes to the sense of ______ and nativeness about a person’s speech
Formulaic language contributes to the sense of ______ and nativeness about a person’s speech
Many language teachers have particular interests in teaching ______ language
Many language teachers have particular interests in teaching ______ language
Formulaic language only refers to idioms and fixed expressions.
Formulaic language only refers to idioms and fixed expressions.
Formulaic sequences are always composed of grammatical units.
Formulaic sequences are always composed of grammatical units.
The use of formulaic language is not important for achieving native-like language use.
The use of formulaic language is not important for achieving native-like language use.
Formulaic language is only found in oral communication, not in written communication.
Formulaic language is only found in oral communication, not in written communication.
Formulaic multi-word chunks are stored and recalled as individual words, not as a whole.
Formulaic multi-word chunks are stored and recalled as individual words, not as a whole.
Formulaic language is only used by non-native speakers to sound more natural.
Formulaic language is only used by non-native speakers to sound more natural.
Formulaic language is an indicator of overall language proficiency, but not the only one.
Formulaic language is an indicator of overall language proficiency, but not the only one.
Native speakers do not use formulaic language in their speech.
Native speakers do not use formulaic language in their speech.
Formulaic language includes situation-bound expressions, but not collocations.
Formulaic language includes situation-bound expressions, but not collocations.
Formulaic language contributes to the sense of nativeness about a person's speech, but not their language proficiency.
Formulaic language contributes to the sense of nativeness about a person's speech, but not their language proficiency.
What is the term used to describe fixed expressions, idioms, collocations, and situation-bound utterances in language use?
What is the term used to describe fixed expressions, idioms, collocations, and situation-bound utterances in language use?
What types of units can formulaic sequences contain?
What types of units can formulaic sequences contain?
What is the role of formulaic language in achieving native-like language use?
What is the role of formulaic language in achieving native-like language use?
What is the length of formulaic multi-word chunks?
What is the length of formulaic multi-word chunks?
What percentage of written communication is highly routinised into pre-fabricated utterances?
What percentage of written communication is highly routinised into pre-fabricated utterances?
What is the difference between formulaic and non-formulaic language?
What is the difference between formulaic and non-formulaic language?
What is the significance of formulaic language in language proficiency?
What is the significance of formulaic language in language proficiency?
What is the term used to describe situation-bound expressions in language use?
What is the term used to describe situation-bound expressions in language use?
What is the term used to describe multi-word chunks that are stored and recalled as wholes rather than individual words?
What is the term used to describe multi-word chunks that are stored and recalled as wholes rather than individual words?
What is the significance of formulaic language in written communication?
What is the significance of formulaic language in written communication?
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Study Notes
Formulaic Language
- Formulaic language refers to fixed expressions, idioms, collocations, lexical metaphors, and situation-bound utterances.
- Formulaic sequences can contain various types of units, including grammatical, lexical, and phonological units.
Characteristics of Formulaic Language
- Formulaic sequences can be short or long, and may be composed of various units.
- Formulaic multi-word chunks are stored and recalled as wholes rather than individual words.
- A significant percentage of written communication is highly routinised into pre-fabricated utterances.
Importance of Formulaic Language
- The use of formulaic language is an indicator of overall language proficiency.
- Formulaic language contributes to the sense of nativeness and naturalness about a person's speech and language proficiency.
- Native speakers have a repertoire of memorised routines and use formulaic language to sound more natural.
Role of Formulaic Language in Language Use
- Formulaic language is essential for achieving native-like language use.
- Formulaic language is used in both oral and written communication.
- Formulaic language helps to create a sense of cohesion and fluency in language use.
Teaching Formulaic Language
- Language teachers have an interest in teaching formulaic language because it is an essential aspect of language proficiency.
- Teaching formulaic language can help language learners to sound more natural and native-like in their language use.
Difference between Formulaic and Non-Formulaic Language
- Formulaic language is memorised and recalled as wholes, whereas non-formulaic language is generated rule-by-rule.
- Formulaic language is more natural and native-like, whereas non-formulaic language may sound more stilted or unnatural.
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