Created from Youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvaRuskOQBkvideoConcepts covered:Lezgi language, phonology, ergative construction, locative cases, language preservation
In this video, Piotr Kozłowski explores the unique phonological and grammatical features of the Lezgi language, highlighting its complex consonant system and the use of ergative and affective constructions. He also discusses the language's locative case system and the impact of modern multilingualism on Lezgi, emphasizing the challenges of language preservation in the face of urbanization and state language policies.
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Piotr Kozłowski - Introduction to Lezgi Part 2: Weird Grammar Stuff
Concepts covered:Lezgi language, phonology, ergative construction, locative cases, language preservation
In this video, Piotr Kozłowski explores the unique phonological and grammatical features of the Lezgi language, highlighting its complex consonant system and the use of ergative and affective constructions. He also discusses the language's locative case system and the impact of modern multilingualism on Lezgi, emphasizing the challenges of language preservation in the face of urbanization and state language policies.
Question 1
Leski has a complex consonant system with 54-58 phonemes.
Question 2
What is a unique aspect of Leski locative cases?
Question 3
Leski belongs to the _____ language family.
Question 4
CASE STUDY: A language teacher is preparing a lesson on Leski grammar for advanced students.
Which is not a feature of Leski grammar?
Question 5
CASE STUDY: A linguist is analyzing the use of locative cases in Leski.
Select three uses of Leski locative cases.
Question 6
Leski language is influenced by Russian for politeness expressions.
Question 7
What is a key feature of Leski phonology?
Question 8
Leski uses the dative case for verbs of _____ and perception.
Question 9
CASE STUDY: A linguist is studying the phonology of Leski and needs to identify unique features.
Which feature is not unique to Leski phonology?
Question 10
Leski uses ergative construction similar to passive voice.
Question 11
What challenge is Leski facing today?
Question 12
The ergative case in Leski is similar to the _____ voice.
Question 13
Leski has 14 locative cases used figuratively.
Question 14
How are emotions expressed in Leski?
Question 15
Leski is a language spoken in the _____ mountains.
Question 16
Leski differentiates between regular and local copula verbs.
Question 17
How does Leski express possession?
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