Architecture of Syllables in Lattakian Syrian Arabic

Authors

  • Buthaina Shaheen

Abstract

This paper provides a description of syllable structure in Lattakian Syrian Arabic. Results of a study conducted for this purpose revealed 14 basic syllable structures. It also illuminates the characteristics of syllable elements in this dialect. Some parameters, namely, the minimum sonority distance and the obligatory contour principle were investigated. 

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Published

2018-02-07

How to Cite

Shaheen , B. . (2018). Architecture of Syllables in Lattakian Syrian Arabic. Tishreen University Journal- Arts and Humanities Sciences Series, 39(6). Retrieved from https://journal.tishreen.edu.sy/index.php/humlitr/article/view/3630