How Long to Read The Semantics and Pragmatics of Preposing

How Long Does it Take to Read The Semantics and Pragmatics of Preposing?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 36 minutes to read The Semantics and Pragmatics of Preposing by Gregory L. Ward

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

First published in 1988, this book examines the aspects of pragmatic competence involving the class of preposing constructions in English. By limiting the scope of investigation to particular grammatical categories, the author argues previous studies have failed to capture significant pragmatic generalisations. The author asserts what distinguishes one preposing type from another are the semantic and pragmatic properties of the referent of that constituent. After a review of the past literature on preposing, the book goes on to present a pragmatic theory in which two discourse functions of...

How long is The Semantics and Pragmatics of Preposing?

The Semantics and Pragmatics of Preposing by Gregory L. Ward is 268 pages long, and a total of 69,144 words.

This makes it 90% the length of the average book. It also has 85% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Semantics and Pragmatics of Preposing Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 17 minutes to read The Semantics and Pragmatics of Preposing aloud.

What Reading Level is The Semantics and Pragmatics of Preposing?

The Semantics and Pragmatics of Preposing is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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