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| − | A Noun Phrase with the [[Thematic Relation (definition)|thematic relation]] of a Goal indicates end location of a movement (real or abstract). In the sentence, “John walked to the store” ''Store'' is the '''goal''' in this sentence. In Gaelic, several different prepositions mark goals including [[Ri (preposition)]], | + | A Noun Phrase with the [[Thematic Relation (definition)|thematic relation]] of a Goal indicates end location of a movement (real or abstract). In the sentence, “John walked to the store” ''Store'' is the '''goal''' in this sentence. In Gaelic, several different prepositions mark goals including ''[[Ri (preposition)|ri]], [[Gu(s) (preposition)|gu]]'' and ''[[Do (preposition)|do]].'' |
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Latest revision as of 23:36, 7 June 2012
A Noun Phrase with the thematic relation of a Goal indicates end location of a movement (real or abstract). In the sentence, “John walked to the store” Store is the goal in this sentence. In Gaelic, several different prepositions mark goals including ri, gu and do.
See Also
- Source (definition)
- Agent (definition)
- Theme (definition)
- Experiencer (definition)
- Thematic Relation (definition)
External Links
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References
- Carnie, A. (2013) Syntax: A Generative Introduction. 3rd Edition. Wiley Blackwell.
