A Brief Overview of the Discussion on Universal Grammar with a Focus on Chomsky’s Theory

Liu Zhongyuan Renxiu
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Liu Zhongyuan Renxiu: University of Technology, School of Foreign Languages

European Journal of Language and Literature Studies Articles, 2020, vol. 6

Abstract: Over the past decades, linguists have argued over whether language abilities can be described as universal, something common to all speakers, or, whether they are learned secondarily. This paper introduces the main arguments for each side and arrives at a conclusion in support of universal language.

Keywords: Universal Grammar; Chomsky’s Theory (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2020
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DOI: 10.26417/739uqd82o

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