Corpus-Based Approaches to World Englishes: Applications and Challenges

Jiale Ding

Article ID: 10143
Vol 7, Issue 10, 2024

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Abstract


This paper investigates the use of corpora in studying World Englishes (WEs), focusing on their role in analysing language variation, morpho-syntactic patterns, and sociolinguistic changes. It also addresses key challenges, such as the lack of representativeness, limited
spoken data, and difficulties in managing Creole and standard English varieties. The study highlights the need for more comprehensive corpora to better understand the complexities of WEs.

Keywords


World Englishes; Corpora; Language Variation; Creole; Standard English

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.18686/ijmss.v7i10.10143

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