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Direct linkSchumacher, Nestor – Meta, 1974
This article studies the linguistic phenomena that accompany the development of a common French-German political terminology. Important stages are the coexistence of similar terms, fixation of terms, appearance of key words, and polarization of terms. (Text is in French) (AM)
Descriptors: Contrastive Linguistics, French, German, International Relations
Khlok, Diman – Meta, 1976
Discusses the problems encountered in translating the term "solid-state" into French. Its various English uses are outlined, and a list of French equivalents are provided. (Text is in French.) (CLK)
Descriptors: English, French, Language Research, Language Usage
Brunet, Jean-Paul – Meta, 1981
Discusses the meaning and origins of the word "argot," its cryptic character, and its function in a closed social group, focusing on a comparative description of the French and Anglo-American vocabulary of the underworld and the police. Comments on shared traits and provides an insight into the differences. (MES)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Criminals, English, French
