英语词的构成八种方式.docxVIP

Word Formation Processes of English 1. Borrowing(外来词) ———One of the most common sources of new words in English ， that is, the taking over of words from other languages。 Eg: alcohol (Arabic) boss (Dutch) piano (Italian) Tycoon (Japanese) yogurt(Turkish) Kunfu (Chinese) 2. Compounding (合成词) -—-This is a very productive source of new terms. A joining of two separate words can produce a single form. Eg ： bookcase fingerprint sunburn wallpaper waterbed