LING 2500
Semantics and Pragmatics
This course introduces students to basic theories of semantics and pragmatics, with application to the analysis of linguistic data. Topics covered include sense vs. reference, lexical relations, presupposition and topicality, participant roles, information structure, speech acts, metaphor, and metonymy.
Prerequisites & course information
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated. Prerequisite: [ LING 1000 or the former LING 1200] or written consent of instructor. Attributes: Social Science
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027