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48 Wáˑšiw

  • M. Ryan Bochnak , Emily A. Hanink und Alan Chi Lun Yu
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Abstract

Wáˑšiw (also spelled Wahso, Washoe, and Wašiw [’waː∫iw]; ISO: was) is an endangered language spoken in the Lake Tahoe region of northern California and Nevada. In this chapter, we outline the most significant grammatical features of this language, with special attention given to phenomena that are typologically interesting and which have influenced linguistic theory. As Wáˑšiw straddles the Great Basin and California linguistic areas, we also highlight similarities and differences between Wáˑšiw and neighboring languages and families. We draw on our own recent and ongoing research in phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics, as well as on previous grammatical descriptions. We close with a discussion regarding past and current efforts in language documentation and revitalization in the community.

Abstract

Wáˑšiw (also spelled Wahso, Washoe, and Wašiw [’waː∫iw]; ISO: was) is an endangered language spoken in the Lake Tahoe region of northern California and Nevada. In this chapter, we outline the most significant grammatical features of this language, with special attention given to phenomena that are typologically interesting and which have influenced linguistic theory. As Wáˑšiw straddles the Great Basin and California linguistic areas, we also highlight similarities and differences between Wáˑšiw and neighboring languages and families. We draw on our own recent and ongoing research in phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics, as well as on previous grammatical descriptions. We close with a discussion regarding past and current efforts in language documentation and revitalization in the community.

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