Explanation
A grammatical pattern in which a relationship is marked primarily on the dependent element. The linguistic form indicates affiliation from the dependent end and reveals alternative structures of the relationship.
Example
Atlas example: The linguistic form indicates affiliation from the dependent end and reveals alternative structures of the relationship.
Counterexample
Mere formal similarity without the relationship characteristic of dependency marking.
Distinction
Distinguishing from head marking: What is decisive in dependency marking is the specific movement; the linguistic form indicates affiliation from the dependent edge and reveals alternative architectures of relationship.
Effect on thought and perception
The linguistic form indicates affiliation from the dependent edge and reveals alternative architectures of relationship.
Resonance
Dependency marking makes the relationship perceptible as a directed change: The linguistic form indicates affiliation from the dependent edge and reveals alternative architectures of relationship.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Dependency Marker“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-119-013. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-119-013The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.