Intensifying constructions in second language acquisition: a diasystematic-constructionist approach

In this study, we analyze the acquisition of Dutch intensifying constructions by French-speaking learners in Belgium. Additionally, we compare learners enrolled in Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) programs with learners following traditional second language instruction. We focus on intensification of adjectives and show that French and Dutch share a wide range of morphological and syntactic intensifying constructions, while at the same time displaying certain language-specific patterns. Based on the cross-linguistic similarities and differences and on the expected beneficial eff... Mehr ...