From Old English to Modern Syntax: a Study of Grammatical Transformations Over Time

EasyChair Preprint 14700

Abstract

This paper examines the evolution of English syntax from Old English to Modern English, focusing on the significant grammatical transformations that have occurred over time. By analyzing historical texts and linguistic data, this study traces the development of syntactic structures, including word order, case marking, and sentence construction. The research highlights key periods of transformation, such as the transition from a synthetic to an analytic language, and investigates the socio-cultural and linguistic factors driving these changes. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the dynamic nature of English grammar and offer insights into the broader processes of language change.

Keyphrases: English syntax, Modern English, Old English, Syntactic Evolution

@booklet{EasyChair:14700,
  author    = {Julia Anderson},
  title     = {From Old English to Modern Syntax: a Study of Grammatical Transformations Over Time},
  howpublished = {EasyChair Preprint 14700},
  year      = {EasyChair, 2024}}