Syntax, semantics and pragmatics in German

ldeu1313  2026-2027  Louvain-la-Neuve

Syntax, semantics and pragmatics in German
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5.00 credits
22.5 h + 5.0 h
Q1
Language
Deutsch
Main themes
  1. Study of syntax and pragmatics/semantics with special reference to German
  2. Reading of scientific work within this field
  3. Critical discussion of the relevant concepts
Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

Acquisition of the foundations of German linguistics with respect to German Syntax and Pragmatics. The most fundamental empirical generalizations from the two linguistic fields will be discussed and the theoretical instruments for explaining them within modern linguistic theory.
 
Content
The structure des constituants, case, valencey/subcategorzation, agreement, the positions of the verb in German), the concept of phrase structre(s), the distribution of reflexives and pronouns. The foundations of speech acts and semantic theory.
Evaluation methods
The evaluation procedure consists of a general written examination (in German) in the examination session following the course. This exam will count for 100% of the final grade.
Faculty or entity


Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
Bachelor in Modern Languages and Literatures: German, Dutch and English

Minor in Linguistics (only available for reenrolment)

Minor in German language and culture (only available for reenrolment)

Bachelor in Modern Languages and Literatures : General

Minor in German language and culture