Onsets
Nina Topintzi
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Onsets
Published
2010
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
268
ISBN-13
9781282630727
Description
"The concept of the 'onset', i.e. the consonant(s) before the vowel of a syllable, is critical within phonology. While phonologists have examined the segmental behaviour of onsets, their prosodic status has instead been largely overlooked. In fact, most previous accounts have stipulated that onsets are insignificant when it comes to the 'heaviness' of syllables. In this book Nina Topintzi presents a new theory of onsets, arguing for their fundamental role in the structure of language both in the underlying and surface representation, unlike previous assumptions. To capture the weight behaviour of onsets, a novel account is proposed that relates their interaction with voicing, tone and stress. Using numerous case-studies and data from a variety of languages and phenomena (including stress, compensatory lengthening, gemination and word minimality), the book introduces a model that reflects the true behaviour of onsets, demonstrating profound implications for syllable and weight theories"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects
Syntactic structures
Beginning syntax
Elements of language and general grammar
Egyptian, Semitic and general grammar
Egyptian, Semitic and general grammar
English phonetics and phonology
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Onsets?
This edition of Onsets has approximately 268 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Onsets?
For most readers, Onsets typically takes between 5h 35m and 3h 43m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 67,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 28m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 67,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Onsets?
The estimated word count for Onsets is approximately 67,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Onsets?
Onsets was written by Nina Topintzi.
When was Onsets published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2010. The original work may have been published on a different date.