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Ibrahim, Amr Helmy – Francais dans le Monde, 1984
The formation of French neologisms by combining two words is not a recent phenomenon but appears in Rabelais' work and has become more apparent in recent years. The trend marks a kind of evolution in the French attitude toward language, and thus merits considerable attention. (MSE)
Descriptors: Diachronic Linguistics, Etymology, French, Language Patterns
Ibrahim, Amr Helmy – Francais dans le Monde, 1986
The success of the suffixes "-tique" and "-ciel" in invading the French language in the form of neologisms is examined. An interview with a specialist in linguistics and information sciences concerning the development and usage of these suffixes is included. (MSE)
Descriptors: Diachronic Linguistics, Etymology, French, Language Patterns
