Is Newari a Classifier Language?
Is Newari a Classifier Language?
Contributions to Nepalese Studies
Format:
Journal Article
Publication Date:
1973-12
Publisher:
Center for Nepal and Asian Studies
Place of Publication:
Kirtipur, Nepal
Pages:
1-21
Sources ID:
127893
Visibility:
Public (group default)
Abstract:
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This article attempts to show that Newari is a classifier language. A classifier language is a language that uses a certain type of unit-word called a "classifier." The article demonstrates how Newari has these words, while a language like English does not. (Ben Deitle 2006-06-27)
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Contributions to Nepalese Studies