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Boro Tones

Description: A linguistic description of Boro tones, specifically in polysyllabic words, including an overview of Boro's phonemic inventory and syllable structure. The authors identify three tones (high, low, and falling), present examples, and discuss the effects of morphology and final consonants on tone. They conclude by comparing the Boro tone system to those of Tiwa and Rabha, and positing directions for further investigation.
Date: April 2006
Creator: Burling, Robbins & Joseph, Umbavu Varghese
Partner: UNT College of Information
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Notes on Boro tones and syllable structure

Description: Handwritten notes on Boro, focusing on tone, pitch, and lexical stress in polysyllabic words. Includes examples of three tones (high, low, and falling), discussion of how these tones are differentiated, and diagrams of potential tone combinations.
Date: 2006
Creator: Burling, Robbins
Partner: UNT College of Information
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