Part 1 An Introduction to formulaic sequences:  Chapter 1 Definition of formulaic sequences

In Y. Kanazawa (ed.), Formulaic Sequences in Foreign Language Learning and Education: An Introduction. Tokyo: Kurosio Publishers.

pp. 1-11

In Chapter 1 of Part 1, the basic concept of formulas (formulaic expressions) is reviewed through their definition and classification, and the various factors involved in formula processing are discussed from the perspective of first language (L1) and second language (L2).