"Lexicalisation" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Lexicalization is the process of converting an abstract concept or grammatical relationship into a word or phrase, often resulting in a change in the surface syntax of a sentence. It can also refer to the process of making a concept or idea into a lexical item, such as a noun, verb, or adjective, that can be used in language.
The word "lexical" refers to the structure and organization of words and phrases in a language, including their meaning, form, and grammatical relationships. It is often used in linguistics and language teaching to describe the study of the vocabulary and syntax of a language. For example, a lexical approach to language teaching emphasizes the study of individual words and phrases, their meaning, and how they are used in context.