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#1039 Jonathan Bobaljik: Linguistics, Morphology, Syntax, and Universal Grammar

The Dissenter

CHAPTER

The Dynamics of Morphemes and Syntax

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between morphemes, the smallest units of meaning, and their role in language acquisition and cognitive processes. It highlights key experiments like the WUG test to illustrate children's innate understanding of language rules, as well as the dynamics of morphosyntax across various languages. The discussion emphasizes ongoing debates within linguistics regarding whether morphology or syntax predominates in influencing language structure and cognition.

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