In patterned symbolic processes (particularly distance symbolism), vowel ablaut has the highest frequency of occurrence and most random language distribution both geographically and genetically.
Standardized
Vowel ablaut is the commonest iconic means (especially for expressing distance).
1. Ultan’s sample is weighted in favour of American Indian languages (48).2. An implication?IF other expressive means are used for iconic purposes (especially for purposes of expressing distance), THEN vowel ablaut will also be used for an iconic purpose (the same?).
1. Ultan’s sample is weighted in favour of American Indian languages (48).2. An implication?IF other expressive means are used for iconic purposes (especially for purposes of expressing distance), THEN vowel ablaut will also be used for an iconic purpose (the same?).