5. Frame semantics and its application in DH
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| Курс: | Digital Humanities |
| Книга: | 5. Frame semantics and its application in DH |
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| Дата: | Суббота, 11 Октябрь 2025, 03:01 |
1. Page 1
- What is the primary focus of frame semantics?
- a) Syntax analysis
- b) Phonetic transcription
- c) How language is connected to human experience and understanding
- d) Statistical language modeling
- Who developed the theory of frame semantics?
- a) Noam Chomsky
- b) Charles J. Fillmore
- c) Ferdinand de Saussure
- d) George Lakoff
- Which concept is central to understanding words in frame semantics?
- a) Syntax rules
- b) System of concepts
- c) Phonological patterns
- d) Morphological structures
- In frame semantics, what does a 'frame' refer to?
- a) A grammatical rule
- b) A conceptual structure that organizes experience
- c) A set of phonetic sounds
- d) A type of syntax tree
- How are lexical fields in frame semantics structured?
- a) Alphabetically
- b) Conceptually and pragmatically framed by bodily, social, and cultural experiences
- c) By frequency of use
- d) Randomly
- According to Petruck (1996), what is the aim of frame semantics?
- a) To study phonetic patterns
- b) To understand words by exploring the categories of experience they represent
- c) To create new syntactic rules
- d) To analyze sentence structure
- What role do frames play in semantic studies?
- a) They define grammatical rules
- b) They predict linguistic arguments and organize experience
- c) They arrange words alphabetically
- d) They focus on sound patterns
- Which of the following best describes the term "semantic frames"?
- a) Rules for syntax
- b) Phonetic transcriptions
- c) Conceptual structures grounded in our experiences
- d) Grammatical exceptions
- What does a "frame element" in frame semantics represent?
- a) A phonetic sound
- b) The roles or participants associated with a particular frame
- c) A syntactic rule
- d) A morphological pattern
- What is a "lexical unit" in the context of frame semantics?
- a) A phoneme
- b) A syntactic structure
- c) A word or phrase that evokes specific frames
- d) A morphological unit
- What example is given to illustrate a semantic frame in the document?
- a) Apply _heat frame with roles like Cook, Food, and Heating Instrument
- b) Syntactic tree with nouns and verbs
- c) Phonetic transcription of a word
- d) Grammatical rules for past tense
- What is the significance of the "Apply _heat" frame?
- a) It shows the rules for syntax
- b) It describes a situation involving cooking and its participants
- c) It transcribes the sound of words
- d) It organizes words alphabetically
- In frame semantics, what typically serves as the frame-evoking lexical unit?
- a) Noun
- b) Verb
- c) Adjective
- d) Adverb
- What does "Construction Grammar" focus on in relation to frame semantics?
- a) Phonetic rules
- b) Understanding the structure and organization of language
- c) Sentence punctuation
- d) Word frequency
- Who are the pioneers of Construction Grammar mentioned in the document?
- a) Noam Chomsky and George Lakoff
- b) Charles J. Fillmore and Paul Kay
- c) Ferdinand de Saussure and Edward Sapir
- d) Leonard Bloomfield and Roman Jakobson
- What does "Constructional Approach" in Construction Grammar involve?
- a) Creating phonetic transcriptions
- b) Organizing language around form-meaning pairings
- c) Developing new alphabets
- d) Analyzing sentence length
- Which type of constructions does Construction Grammar recognize as important?
- a) Syntactic and semantic constructions
- b) Phonetic and morphological constructions
- c) Grammatical and phonological constructions
- d) Lexical and punctuation constructions
- What is meant by "Constructional Polysemy"?
- a) A single meaning for each construction
- b) Constructions having multiple related meanings or functions
- c) Different pronunciations for the same word
- d) Identical meanings in all contexts
- How does Construction Grammar differ from earlier generative grammatical frameworks?
- a) It allows for greater flexibility and productivity in language use
- b) It focuses only on syntax
- c) It rejects all forms of linguistic creativity
- d) It emphasizes strict grammatical rules
- What is a "Constructional Network"?
- a) A set of phonetic symbols
- b) A grammatical tree
- c) A network of interconnected constructions in language
- d) A list of words
- Which concept helps explain why different languages find common semantic-pragmatic equivalents?
- a) Phonetic transcription
- b) Frame system
- c) Syntax tree
- d) Morphological rules
- How are frames related to narratives in semantic studies?
- a) They are unrelated
- b) They are embedded in wider narratives and react to the discursive environment
- c) They replace narratives
- d) They summarize narratives
- What does the "center-periphery structure" in frames refer to?
- a) A grammatical rule
- b) A differentiated structure within frames
- c) A phonetic pattern
- d) A type of syntax
- What does the term "frame-evoking word" refer to?
- a) A word that breaks grammar rules
- b) A word that triggers a specific frame in the listener's mind
- c) A word that is difficult to pronounce
- d) A word that is rarely used
- In the Apply _heat frame, what role does the "Cook" represent?
- a) The food being cooked
- b) The person doing the cooking
- c) The utensil used in cooking
- d) The type of heat applied
- Which linguistic theory is closely related to Frame Semantics according to the document?
- a) Construction Grammar
- b) Phonology
- c) Morphology
- d) Syntax
- What do syntactic constructions in Construction Grammar represent?
- a) Only phonetic patterns
- b) Pairings of form and function
- c) Collections of unrelated words
- d) Errors in sentence structure
- What does the term "semantic constructions" in Construction Grammar emphasize?
- a) Only syntax
- b) Phonetic variations
- c) Meaning beyond syntax
- d) Grammatical exceptions
- What is the primary focus of Construction Grammar?
- a) Understanding how language is organized around constructions
- b) Analyzing sound patterns
- c) Creating new alphabets
- d) Studying word frequency
- What is the role of "frame elements" in frame semantics?
- a) They represent phonetic sounds
- b) They are unrelated words
- c) They represent the participants associated with a particular frame
- d) They are punctuation marks
- Which concept describes how frames are connected to cultural and social practices?
- a) Semantic fields
- b) Syntax rules
- c) Phonological patterns
- d) Grammatical exceptions
- How do frame elements relate to lexical units in a frame?
- a) They are always the same
- b) They are unrelated
- c) They represent the roles filled by entities mentioned in a sentence
- d) They are used interchangeably
- What does "Constructional Productivity" refer to in Construction Grammar?
- a) The ability to creatively combine and modify constructions
- b) The rigidity of grammar rules
- c) The strict adherence to syntax
- d) The exclusion of semantic elements
- Which term describes the interconnectedness of constructions in a language network?
- a) Phonetic tree
- b) Grammatical chain
- c) Constructional Network
- d) Morphological sequence
- How do Constructional Networks help in understanding language?
- a) They capture the relationships between different constructions
- b) They list words alphabetically
- c) They analyze sound patterns
- d) They create new syntax rules
- What is the significance of "Constructional Schemas"?
- a) They define phonetic rules
- b) They list grammar exceptions
- c) They serve as abstract templates for multiple specific constructions
- d) They organize words alphabetically
- In frame semantics, what does understanding one concept within a frame require?
- a) Understanding its phonetic transcription
- b) Memorizing the entire dictionary
- c) Understanding the entire system of related concepts
- d) Ignoring the context
- What is the role of "roles frame elements" in a frame?
- a) They provide grammatical rules
- b) They are unrelated words
- c) They define the participants in the scenario described by the frame
- d) They replace punctuation marks
- What is an example of a frame-evoking lexical unit in the "Apply _heat" frame?
- a) Eat
- b) Run
- c) Boil
- d) Walk
- What is the primary benefit of using frame semantics in linguistic analysis?
- a) It connects language to human experience and understanding
- b) It simplifies sentence structure
- c) It eliminates grammatical rules
- d) It focuses on phonetic transcription
- What is a key difference between Frame Semantics and traditional semantic theories?
- a) Frame Semantics ignores context
- b) Frame Semantics emphasizes the connection between language and experience
- c) Frame Semantics only analyzes syntax
- d) Frame Semantics avoids categorization
- What does "Flexible Productivity" in Construction Grammar allow for?
- a) Creative language use and extension of constructions
- b) Rigid application of rules
- c) Uniform sentence structure
- d) Avoidance of semantic analysis
- How are frame elements identified in a sentence?
- a) As participants associated with the frame-evoking lexical unit
- b) As punctuation marks
- c) As unrelated words
- d) As phonetic transcriptions
- What does the theory of Frame Semantics aim to uncover?
- a) The number of words in a language
- b) The reasons a speech community categorizes experiences in particular ways
- c) The most frequent words in a text
- d) The syntax of sentences
- How are semantic frames useful in multilingual contexts?
- a) They help find common denominators between expressions in different languages
- b) They translate words directly
- c) They ignore cultural context
- d) They create new grammar rules
- What role does "Constructional Polysemy" play in language use?
- a) It allows constructions to have multiple related meanings
- b) It limits constructions to one meaning
- c) It simplifies syntax rules
- d) It focuses on phonetic variation
- What does "Constructional Flexibility" in language refer to?
- a) The ability to combine and modify constructions creatively
- b) The rigidity of language rules
- c) The uniformity of sentence structure
- d) The restriction of language to fixed forms
- Which of the following is an example of a "frame-evoking" lexical unit?
- a) Table
- b) Drive
- c) Sky
- d) Tall
- In what way is Frame Semantics applied in Digital Humanities?
- a) By ignoring cultural context
- b) By analyzing how language reflects human experiences and organizing information accordingly
- c) By focusing solely on word frequency
- d) By simplifying sentence structure
- What is the relationship between frames and frame elements?
- a) They are unrelated
- b) Frame elements fill the roles defined by the frame
- c) Frames are simpler than frame elements
- d) Frame elements are more abstract than frames
2. Page 2
- What is the primary focus of frame semantics?
- a) Syntax analysis
- b) Phonetic transcription
- c) How language is connected to human experience and understanding
- d) Statistical language modeling
- Who developed the theory of frame semantics?
- a) Noam Chomsky
- b) Charles J. Fillmore
- c) Ferdinand de Saussure
- d) George Lakoff
- Which concept is central to understanding words in frame semantics?
- a) Syntax rules
- b) System of concepts
- c) Phonological patterns
- d) Morphological structures
- In frame semantics, what does a 'frame' refer to?
- a) A grammatical rule
- b) A conceptual structure that organizes experience
- c) A set of phonetic sounds
- d) A type of syntax tree
- How are lexical fields in frame semantics structured?
- a) Alphabetically
- b) Conceptually and pragmatically framed by bodily, social, and cultural experiences
- c) By frequency of use
- d) Randomly
- According to Petruck (1996), what is the aim of frame semantics?
- a) To study phonetic patterns
- b) To understand words by exploring the categories of experience they represent
- c) To create new syntactic rules
- d) To analyze sentence structure
- What role do frames play in semantic studies?
- a) They define grammatical rules
- b) They predict linguistic arguments and organize experience
- c) They arrange words alphabetically
- d) They focus on sound patterns
- Which of the following best describes the term "semantic frames"?
- a) Rules for syntax
- b) Phonetic transcriptions
- c) Conceptual structures grounded in our experiences
- d) Grammatical exceptions
- What does a "frame element" in frame semantics represent?
- a) A phonetic sound
- b) The roles or participants associated with a particular frame
- c) A syntactic rule
- d) A morphological pattern
- What is a "lexical unit" in the context of frame semantics?
- a) A phoneme
- b) A syntactic structure
- c) A word or phrase that evokes specific frames
- d) A morphological unit
- What example is given to illustrate a semantic frame in the document?
- a) Apply _heat frame with roles like Cook, Food, and Heating Instrument
- b) Syntactic tree with nouns and verbs
- c) Phonetic transcription of a word
- d) Grammatical rules for past tense
- What is the significance of the "Apply _heat" frame?
- a) It shows the rules for syntax
- b) It describes a situation involving cooking and its participants
- c) It transcribes the sound of words
- d) It organizes words alphabetically
- In frame semantics, what typically serves as the frame-evoking lexical unit?
- a) Noun
- b) Verb
- c) Adjective
- d) Adverb
- What does "Construction Grammar" focus on in relation to frame semantics?
- a) Phonetic rules
- b) Understanding the structure and organization of language
- c) Sentence punctuation
- d) Word frequency
- Who are the pioneers of Construction Grammar mentioned in the document?
- a) Noam Chomsky and George Lakoff
- b) Charles J. Fillmore and Paul Kay
- c) Ferdinand de Saussure and Edward Sapir
- d) Leonard Bloomfield and Roman Jakobson
- What does "Constructional Approach" in Construction Grammar involve?
- a) Creating phonetic transcriptions
- b) Organizing language around form-meaning pairings
- c) Developing new alphabets
- d) Analyzing sentence length
- Which type of constructions does Construction Grammar recognize as important?
- a) Syntactic and semantic constructions
- b) Phonetic and morphological constructions
- c) Grammatical and phonological constructions
- d) Lexical and punctuation constructions
- What is meant by "Constructional Polysemy"?
- a) A single meaning for each construction
- b) Constructions having multiple related meanings or functions
- c) Different pronunciations for the same word
- d) Identical meanings in all contexts
- How does Construction Grammar differ from earlier generative grammatical frameworks?
- a) It allows for greater flexibility and productivity in language use
- b) It focuses only on syntax
- c) It rejects all forms of linguistic creativity
- d) It emphasizes strict grammatical rules
- What is a "Constructional Network"?
- a) A set of phonetic symbols
- b) A grammatical tree
- c) A network of interconnected constructions in language
- d) A list of words
- Which concept helps explain why different languages find common semantic-pragmatic equivalents?
- a) Phonetic transcription
- b) Frame system
- c) Syntax tree
- d) Morphological rules
- How are frames related to narratives in semantic studies?
- a) They are unrelated
- b) They are embedded in wider narratives and react to the discursive environment
- c) They replace narratives
- d) They summarize narratives
- What does the "center-periphery structure" in frames refer to?
- a) A grammatical rule
- b) A differentiated structure within frames
- c) A phonetic pattern
- d) A type of syntax
- What does the term "frame-evoking word" refer to?
- a) A word that breaks grammar rules
- b) A word that triggers a specific frame in the listener's mind
- c) A word that is difficult to pronounce
- d) A word that is rarely used
- In the Apply _heat frame, what role does the "Cook" represent?
- a) The food being cooked
- b) The person doing the cooking
- c) The utensil used in cooking
- d) The type of heat applied
- Which linguistic theory is closely related to Frame Semantics according to the document?
- a) Construction Grammar
- b) Phonology
- c) Morphology
- d) Syntax
- What do syntactic constructions in Construction Grammar represent?
- a) Only phonetic patterns
- b) Pairings of form and function
- c) Collections of unrelated words
- d) Errors in sentence structure
- What does the term "semantic constructions" in Construction Grammar emphasize?
- a) Only syntax
- b) Phonetic variations
- c) Meaning beyond syntax
- d) Grammatical exceptions
- What is the primary focus of Construction Grammar?
- a) Understanding how language is organized around constructions
- b) Analyzing sound patterns
- c) Creating new alphabets
- d) Studying word frequency
- What is the role of "frame elements" in frame semantics?
- a) They represent phonetic sounds
- b) They are unrelated words
- c) They represent the participants associated with a particular frame
- d) They are punctuation marks
- Which concept describes how frames are connected to cultural and social practices?
- a) Semantic fields
- b) Syntax rules
- c) Phonological patterns
- d) Grammatical exceptions
- How do frame elements relate to lexical units in a frame?
- a) They are always the same
- b) They are unrelated
- c) They represent the roles filled by entities mentioned in a sentence
- d) They are used interchangeably
- What does "Constructional Productivity" refer to in Construction Grammar?
- a) The ability to creatively combine and modify constructions
- b) The rigidity of grammar rules
- c) The strict adherence to syntax
- d) The exclusion of semantic elements
- Which term describes the interconnectedness of constructions in a language network?
- a) Phonetic tree
- b) Grammatical chain
- c) Constructional Network
- d) Morphological sequence
- How do Constructional Networks help in understanding language?
- a) They capture the relationships between different constructions
- b) They list words alphabetically
- c) They analyze sound patterns
- d) They create new syntax rules
- What is the significance of "Constructional Schemas"?
- a) They define phonetic rules
- b) They list grammar exceptions
- c) They serve as abstract templates for multiple specific constructions
- d) They organize words alphabetically
- In frame semantics, what does understanding one concept within a frame require?
- a) Understanding its phonetic transcription
- b) Memorizing the entire dictionary
- c) Understanding the entire system of related concepts
- d) Ignoring the context
- What is the role of "roles frame elements" in a frame?
- a) They provide grammatical rules
- b) They are unrelated words
- c) They define the participants in the scenario described by the frame
- d) They replace punctuation marks
- What is an example of a frame-evoking lexical unit in the "Apply _heat" frame?
- a) Eat
- b) Run
- c) Boil
- d) Walk
- What is the primary benefit of using frame semantics in linguistic analysis?
- a) It connects language to human experience and understanding
- b) It simplifies sentence structure
- c) It eliminates grammatical rules
- d) It focuses on phonetic transcription
- What is a key difference between Frame Semantics and traditional semantic theories?
- a) Frame Semantics ignores context
- b) Frame Semantics emphasizes the connection between language and experience
- c) Frame Semantics only analyzes syntax
- d) Frame Semantics avoids categorization
- What does "Flexible Productivity" in Construction Grammar allow for?
- a) Creative language use and extension of constructions
- b) Rigid application of rules
- c) Uniform sentence structure
- d) Avoidance of semantic analysis
- How are frame elements identified in a sentence?
- a) As participants associated with the frame-evoking lexical unit
- b) As punctuation marks
- c) As unrelated words
- d) As phonetic transcriptions
- What does the theory of Frame Semantics aim to uncover?
- a) The number of words in a language
- b) The reasons a speech community categorizes experiences in particular ways
- c) The most frequent words in a text
- d) The syntax of sentences
- How are semantic frames useful in multilingual contexts?
- a) They help find common denominators between expressions in different languages
- b) They translate words directly
- c) They ignore cultural context
- d) They create new grammar rules
- What role does "Constructional Polysemy" play in language use?
- a) It allows constructions to have multiple related meanings
- b) It limits constructions to one meaning
- c) It simplifies syntax rules
- d) It focuses on phonetic variation
- What does "Constructional Flexibility" in language refer to?
- a) The ability to combine and modify constructions creatively
- b) The rigidity of language rules
- c) The uniformity of sentence structure
- d) The restriction of language to fixed forms
- Which of the following is an example of a "frame-evoking" lexical unit?
- a) Table
- b) Drive
- c) Sky
- d) Tall
- In what way is Frame Semantics applied in Digital Humanities?
- a) By ignoring cultural context
- b) By analyzing how language reflects human experiences and organizing information accordingly
- c) By focusing solely on word frequency
- d) By simplifying sentence structure
- What is the relationship between frames and frame elements?
- a) They are unrelated
- b) Frame elements fill the roles defined by the frame
- c) Frames are simpler than frame elements
- d) Frame elements are more abstract than frames
3. Page 3
Written Assignment: Exploring Frame Semantics and Its Applications in Digital Humanities
Length: 3000-3500 words
Format: APA/MLA (as preferred by the instructor), double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman, 1-inch margins
This assignment focuses on the theory of frame semantics, its foundational principles, and its application within the field of Digital Humanities (DH). You are required to explore how frame semantics can be used to analyze language and human cognition, and discuss its relevance to DH, particularly in the context of organizing and interpreting cultural and linguistic data.
Assignment Tasks
1. Introduction to Frame Semantics
- Begin by defining frame semantics and its theoretical foundations. Discuss the role of Charles J. Fillmore in developing this theory and how it differs from traditional semantic approaches.
- Explain the significance of "frames" and "frame elements" in understanding how language is connected to human experience.
2. Core Concepts and Principles of Frame Semantics
- Analyze the central concepts of frame semantics, such as frame-evoking lexical units, frame elements, and the relationships between them.
- Discuss the role of semantic frames in organizing knowledge and categorizing experiences. Provide examples to illustrate these concepts.
3. Frame Semantics and Construction Grammar
- Explore the relationship between frame semantics and construction grammar. Discuss how construction grammar extends the ideas of frame semantics by focusing on the form-meaning pairings in language.
- Explain the concepts of constructional networks, constructional polysemy, and constructional productivity. How do these concepts enhance our understanding of language flexibility and creativity?
4. Application of Frame Semantics in Digital Humanities
- Discuss how frame semantics can be applied within Digital Humanities to analyze and interpret cultural and linguistic data. Consider how semantic frames can be used to organize large datasets and to provide insights into language use across different texts and contexts.
- Provide examples of DH projects or tools that have successfully utilized frame semantics in their methodologies.
5. Case Study: Analyzing a Text or Corpus Using Frame Semantics
- Select a text or corpus of your choice and apply the principles of frame semantics to analyze it. Identify the key frames and frame elements present in the text and discuss how they contribute to the overall meaning.
- Reflect on the insights gained from this analysis and how frame semantics helped in understanding the text in a more nuanced way.
6. The Role of Frames in Multilingual and Cross-Cultural Contexts
- Explore the application of frame semantics in multilingual and cross-cultural studies. Discuss how frames help in finding semantic equivalences across languages and cultures.
- Consider the challenges and opportunities of using frame semantics to bridge cultural differences in language understanding.
7. Ethical Considerations and Future Directions
- Discuss the ethical considerations related to the use of frame semantics in analyzing language and culture. Consider issues such as bias, cultural representation, and the potential for misinterpretation.
- Reflect on the future of frame semantics in DH. What emerging technologies or methodologies might further integrate frame semantics into digital analysis?
Research and Sources
- Use at least 10 scholarly sources, including academic journals, books, and reputable online resources. Be sure to cite all sources appropriately.
- You may refer to the provided document as one of your sources, but you are encouraged to expand your research to include recent developments and applications of frame semantics.
Evaluation Criteria
Your assignment will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Depth of Research: Demonstrates a thorough understanding of frame semantics, its core concepts, and its application within Digital Humanities.
- Critical Thinking: Provides insightful analysis and synthesis of the information, with well-supported arguments and conclusions.
- Clarity and Organization: The paper is well-organized, with clear, logical progression of ideas. Writing is concise, with proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Use of Sources: Appropriately cites and integrates scholarly sources, with proper referencing according to the chosen citation style.
- Originality: The paper offers original insights and demonstrates independent thinking.
Submission Instructions
- Submit your assignment electronically via email (lasveta1@yandex.ru).
- Ensure your name and course details are included on the first page.
- Late submissions will be penalized according to the course policy.
4. Page 4
Be ready to discuss the following questions:
1) How does frame semantics differ from traditional semantic theories in its approach to understanding meaning in language?
2) What are the primary components of a semantic frame, and how do they interact to convey meaning in a sentence?
3) Discuss the role of frame elements in frame semantics. How do they help in organizing and interpreting linguistic data?
4) How can frame semantics be applied to the analysis of multilingual texts? What challenges might arise in this context?
5) What is the significance of the "Apply _heat" frame as an example in understanding how frames operate within language?
6) How does the FrameNet project utilize the principles of frame semantics to contribute to computational linguistics and natural language processing?
7) In what ways do frames reflect the cultural, social, and bodily experiences of a speech community?
8) How does Construction Grammar relate to frame semantics, and what does it add to our understanding of linguistic structures?
9) What is the role of frame-to-frame relations in the organization of knowledge within frame semantics? Provide examples of such relationships.
10) Discuss the concept of constructional polysemy in Construction Grammar. How does it allow for flexibility and creativity in language use?
11) How can frame semantics be applied to the analysis of digital texts and corpora within Digital Humanities?
12) What ethical considerations should be taken into account when using frame semantics to analyze cultural or linguistic data?
13) In what ways does frame semantics contribute to the understanding of cross-cultural communication and the interpretation of meaning across different languages?
14) Discuss how semantic frames can be extended or modified to accommodate new concepts or technologies, such as "self-driving cars."
15) How does the structured approach of FrameNet help in developing natural language processing tools, and what impact does it have on the field of Digital Humanities?
Recommended reading
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Pan, Y. (2003). Frame Semantics: The Theory and its Applications.
Foreign Languages Research.- Description: This paper provides an introduction to frame semantics, explaining its foundational concepts and how it is applied in the FrameNet Project to analyze lexical, syntactic, and semantic phenomena. The paper contrasts frame semantics with traditional semantic theories.
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Hirst, G. (1983). A Foundation for Semantic Interpretation.
- Description: This paper discusses the differences between traditional semantic interpretation methods and frame semantics, exploring how frame semantics provides a more structured and formalized approach to natural language understanding.
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Ziem, A. (2014). Frames of Understanding in Text and Discourse: Theoretical Foundations and Descriptive Applications.
- Description: The book delves into the theoretical foundations of frame semantics, particularly its role in cognitive linguistics, and how it serves as an alternative to traditional semantics by organizing and understanding meaning through "frames."
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Nerlich, B., & Clarke, D. (2000). Semantic Fields and Frames: Historical Explorations of the Interface between Language, Action, and Cognition.
Journal of Pragmatics, 32, 125-150.- Description: This paper compares the concepts of semantic fields and frames, highlighting how frame semantics provides a more dynamic and context-sensitive understanding of meaning compared to traditional semantic theories.
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Das, D., et al. (2014). Frame-Semantic Parsing.
Computational Linguistics, 40, 9-56.- Description: This paper explores the application of frame semantics in computational linguistics, particularly in parsing. It contrasts frame semantics with traditional parsing methods, showing how frame semantics offers more nuanced interpretations.
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Petruck, M. R. L. (1996). Frame Semantics.
- Description: This paper offers an overview of frame semantics as a research program in empirical semantics, emphasizing its continuities with human experience and its advantages over traditional semantic theories in explaining word meaning.
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Löbner, S. (2015). Frame Theory with First-Order Comparators: Modeling the Lexical Meaning of Punctual Verbs of Change with Frames.
- Description: This paper proposes a formal foundation for frame theory, showing how frames can be embedded into a general ontology and compared to traditional semantic approaches, particularly in modeling lexical meaning.
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Chang, N., et al. (2015). Scaling Semantic Frame Annotation.
- Description: This paper discusses the challenges and methodologies for scaling frame semantic annotation, especially in large-scale linguistic resources like FrameNet, and contrasts it with traditional methods of semantic annotation.
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Gao, L. (2019). Interpreting English Legal Terms by Semantic Frames.
Journal of Literature and Art Studies.- Description: The paper applies frame semantics to the interpretation of English legal terms, demonstrating how this approach provides deeper insights compared to traditional semantic theories, particularly in the context of legal language.
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Ostler, N. (1993). Perception Vocabulary in Five Languages - Towards an Analysis Using Frame Elements.
- Description: This essay examines perception vocabulary across five languages using frame semantics, highlighting how this approach uncovers cross-linguistic variations more effectively than traditional semantic methods.