The syntax of complex sentences in Sinhalese

摘要: This thesis discusses the syntax of complex sentences in Sinhalese within framework a generative transformational theory grammar as outlined Chomsky (1957), and since developed by him others. The particular model for this study is 'Standard Theory' (1965). Introduction outlines theoretical study, gives brief description Sinhalese. variety discussed specified, an account linguistic investigation given. Chapter 2 presents phrase structure capable generating simple 3 introduces one principal mechanisms sentence formation, relativisation. It demonstrated that processes relativisation suffice to derive several types nominal modifiers. 4 another major recursive mechanism, complementation. Several complement constructions are discussed, majority shown be NP complements. A few appear VP complements, but conditions suggested under which they could considered Chapters 5 8 examine series special constructions. All except derived from underlying structures, it general principles complementation can handle all these. argued pseudo-cleft however, sentences. deals with modal 6 involitive 7 causative sentences, emphatic assertion negation, 9 examines third conjunction. 10 adverbials, tentatively suggestion additional rules required such Finally, 11 discusses, again tentatively, rather different type sentence, comparative