Abstract
Rcichenbach (1947:287-298) is widely recognized as the classical attempt at a symbolization of semantic values of verbal tenses. This article will suggest alternatives on two particular points: His system of tenses (sections 2 & 3) and his way of illustrating the semantic values of tenses as one three-place relation involving three points in real time, which may or may not coincide (section 4). First a chain of two two-place relations will be considered (section 5), and then a chain of three two-place relations (section 6). Finally I will mention some problems and consequences of the alternative analysis (section 7), mainly relating to time adverbials, before the conclusion in section 8.
| Original language | English |
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| Journal | Acta Linguistica Hafniensia: International Journal of Linguistics |
| Volume | 19 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages (from-to) | 81-98 |
| Number of pages | 17 |
| ISSN | 0374-0463 |
| Publication status | Published - 1985 |
| Externally published | Yes |