Valency in practice

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Valency holds a significant position in German linguistics, prominently featured in contemporary grammars and inspiring extensive lexicographic work, often of a contrastive nature. Over the past 15 years, it has sparked intense theoretical discussions that, surprisingly to some critics, have reinforced its central role in grammatography. This collection of papers explores valency's ongoing importance as a dynamic force in linguistics, which has evolved in various directions and stimulated fruitful debates. Contributions include recent theoretical developments, particularly its relationship with general theories of human language, while the majority focus on practical applications involving substantial contrastive studies. The volume reflects the theoretical dynamism of current valency discussions, addressing both theoretical advancements and practical implications predominantly from a contrastive perspective.