THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COMPOUND WORDS AND WORD GROUPS
Keywords:
Key words: compound words, word groups, morphology, syntax, lexicalization, semantic unity, stress patterns, grammatical structure.Abstract
Abstract. This article examines the distinction between compound words and
word groups, focusing on their structural, semantic, and grammatical properties.
Although both involve multiple words, compound words function as single lexical
items, while word groups remain syntactically flexible. This study highlights the
defining features of each, including semantic unity, orthography, stress patterns, and
grammatical behavior. Examples and insights from morphological and syntactic
research help clarify the differences and address challenges in borderline cases.
Understanding these differences is essential for language learners, linguists, and
educators alike.
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