The paraphrase as a means for the observation and practice of subjective and intersubjective dimensions in lexicon and discourse
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Keywords

paraphrase
lexical competence
semantic analysis
synonymy
focalization

How to Cite

Lebas-Fraczak, L. (2012). The paraphrase as a means for the observation and practice of subjective and intersubjective dimensions in lexicon and discourse. Studia Romanica Posnaniensia, 44(2), 147–160. https://doi.org/10.14746/strop.2017.442.009

Abstract

In the context of complete meaningful linguistic activities such as writing summaries, the paraphrase prompts reflection on the interaction between words, meaning and discourse, and thus helps develop the lexical component of discourse competence. Paraphrasing exercises are useful for both native and foreign language practice, especially for future translators, and lend students greater awareness of the shades of meaning distinguishing synonymic expressions in given contexts. We show that variations in meaning due to the use of synonyms and morpho-syntactical reformulations may be analyzed in terms of point of view and focalization, thereby taking into account the subjective and intersubjective dimensions of lexicon and discourse.
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