Verbs as Central Elements in Role and Reference Grammar and Dependency Grammar and Valency Theories

Abstract

Purpose: The study takes into consideration the role a verb plays in the English language, how it has been described by the traditional grammar approach, the deficiencies in their definitions, and a critical look at how verbs play the central roles in two grammatical theories: Role and Reference Grammar as well as Dependency Grammar and Valency.
 Design/Methodology/Approach: The study used the review approach to analyse texts based on examples. It relies on a thorough examination of existing literature on the topic. Content analysis was adopted to analyse the study.
 Findings: From the analysis used in the study, it was established that verbs were seen in both theories to be at the heart of meaning.
 Research Limitation: The study discusses the research limitations of both theories, including issues related to cross-linguistic differences and the difficulty of accounting for idiosyncratic uses of verbs.
 Practical Implication: The practical implications of these theories are explored, such as their usefulness in language teaching and the development of natural language processing systems.
 Social Implication: The social implications of these theories are also considered, including the potential for these theories to contribute to a better understanding of language diversity and promote linguistic equality.
 Originality/Value: The study contributes to a deeper understanding of these theoretical frameworks and their potential to enhance language research, teaching, and societal understanding.