Storing Complex Words in the Mental Lexicon

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Focusing on the intricacies of the mental lexicon, this paper explores how complex words are stored and accessed. It distinguishes between simple and complex words, delving into linguistic constituents like roots and morphemes. Evaluating three major theories—morpheme lexicon, strict word-form lexicon, and moderate word-form lexicon—the study suggests that the moderate word-form lexicon is most applicable, favoring dual-route access over single-route. Additionally, it examines various languages, including Hebrew, German, and Latin, to highlight the strengths and weaknesses of these theories.