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May 22, 2026Natural Language & Linguistic TheoryOpen Access

Strict modularity at the morphosyntax-phonology interface: The case of Irish preverbal d’

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ALAnna Laoide-Kemp

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Overview

Analysis resolves the mystery of Irish d’ and its role in initial consonant mutation, highlighting phonology's influence.

Key Points

  • This work aims to explain the behavior of the Irish preverbal tense particle d’ and its role in initial consonant mutation.
  • Utilized autosegmental theory to examine the interaction between morphosyntax and phonology.
  • Considered two solutions for the placement of explanation: one focusing on morphosyntax and the other on phonology.
  • Analyzed the distribution of preverbal d’ through modularity principles.
  • Confirmed that the Irish preverbal d’ pattern supports strict modularity principles.
  • Demonstrated that d’ behaves as an underlyingly floating segment in various phonological contexts.
  • Provided insights into the morphosyntax-phonology interface with a preference for phonological explanations.

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Anna Laoide-Kemp (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a0ff420d674f7c03778d40dhttps://doi.org/10.1007/s11049-026-09712-9
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