LING 627 - Introduction to Semantics and Pragmatics

Credits: 3

Introduction to the study of semantics, including topics such as: Extensionalist versus intensionalist theories of meaning; internalist versus externalist theories of meaning; word- versus sentence-level meaning; possible worlds semantics; theories of tense and aspect; and cognitive semantics. Pragmatic themes include: Indexicals; presupposition; implicature; and speech act theory.

Cross-listed Course: PHIL 522

Prerequisites: LING 300, 301, or 600 or permission of instructor

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