Nominal Pluralization and Countability in African Varieties of English

This comprehensive analysis explores plural marking in various African English varieties. Nominal Pluralization and Countability in African Varieties of English highlights linguistic diversity and cultural nuances.

This book offers a thorough examination of plural marking within the context of African varieties of English, focusing on its morphosyntax and semantics. By delving into this topic, Nominal Pluralization and Countability in African Varieties of English provides valuable insights into the rich diversity of African Englishes, which are often oversimplified as a single entity. The author, Mohr, highlights how various cultures interpret and express the concept of number, revealing the complexity of these linguistic structures.

The analysis presented in Nominal Pluralization and Countability in African Varieties of English investigates unstandardized noun plurals in Kenyan, Tanzanian, Ghanaian, and Nigerian Englishes. Utilizing a mixed methods approach that includes corpus linguistics, acceptability questionnaires, and psycholinguistic experiments, the book not only describes the unique characteristics of each variety but also explores the processes of standardization and language evolution within New Englishes. This multifaceted approach emphasizes the importance of triangulating data and employing diverse methodologies in World Englishes research.

This volume serves as an essential reference for students and researchers in the fields of World Englishes, linguistic anthropology, and African Studies. By shedding light on the nuances of plural marking and countability, Nominal Pluralization and Countability in African Varieties of English enriches our understanding of language use and structure in diverse cultural contexts.