THE CONCEPT OF VALENCY AT THE SYNTACTIC LEVEL
Abstract
This study examines the concept of valency at the syntactic level, drawing on both classical and modern linguistic approaches. Building on the theoretical foundations of Chomsky [1] and the valency framework developed in dependency grammar, the paper analyzes how predicates determine the number and types of syntactic arguments. Particular attention is given to the complement–adjunct distinction and its role in sentence structure, as discussed by Somers [2]. The study also considers valency patterns across different languages, highlighting their structural and functional significance. The findings demonstrate that syntactic valency is a key mechanism in organizing sentence elements and ensuring grammatical coherence.
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