Michael C. Ewing

Typological and Areal Analyses

East Nusantara

This study analyzes how morphosyntactic structures and information flow characteristics are used by interlocutors in producing and understanding clauses in conversational Javanese, focusing on the Cirebon variety of the language. While some clauses display grammatical mechanisms used to code their structure explicitly and redundantly, many other clauses include few if any of these grammatical resources. These extremes mark a cline between the morphosyntactic and paratactic expression of clauses. The situation is thrown into relief by the frequency of unexpressed referents and conversationalists' heavy reliance on shared experience and cultural knowledge. In all cases, pragmatic inference grounded in the interactional context is essential for establishing not only the discourse functions, but indeed also the very structure of clauses in conversational Javanese. This study contributes to our understanding of transitivity, emergent constituency, prosodic organization and the co-construction of meaning and structure by conversational interlocutors.

Identifying Clause Structure in Spoken Javanese

Grammar and Inference in Conversation

Dwi Noverini Djenar

James Neil Sneddon

Alexander Adelaar

This reference grammar has established a reputation as a highly regarded learning tool for Indonesian language students around the world. Designed for teachers and students with no background in linguistics, it offers a comprehensive description of the structure of the Indonesian language, written in a clear, non-technical manner. All the major structures of the Indonesian language, from words to complex sentences, are described in detail. Extensive cross-referencing and a comprehensive index enable readers to locate desired topics without unnecessary searching. Natural examples are used throughout, and an extensive glossary defines common grammatical terms. This second edition is thoroughly revised by experienced Indonesian language teachers and scholars to reflect current usage. It includes new material on orthography and pronunciation and new examples. INDONESIAN REFERENCE GRAMMAR remains an invaluable reference for teachers and students studying Indonesian language at all levels. 'An essential handbook for all teachers and students of Indonesian' - Stuart Robson, Asian Studies Review. 'Detailed enough to be a welcome addition to the library of anyone working on the language' - Mark Donohue, Linguist List.

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