Abstract
Parsing is a process of analyzing the input string in a sentence to define the syntax structures according to rules of grammar. This task is performed by a parser which will produce a parse tree as output. However, a problem occurs when the parsing process produces two or more parse trees in which the parser unable to represent a precise parse tree. This limitation is caused by ambiguity in the structure of sentences. Ambiguity is occurred when a word is classified more than one category of syntax and its usage will affect the semantics of the sentence. Thus, the parser needs to have an approach to solve the ambiguity problem and is able to process the most appropriate parse tree to present a sentence. Like other languages in the world, Malay language, a national language for Malaysian, is not exempted from ambiguity problem. However, due to its grammar being context-free grammar, the probabilistic context-free grammar approach can be used to support the parser in determining a more accurate parse tree. This study focuses on the development of statistical parser using a bottom-up technique for Malay language. The training data, in the form of simple Malay language sentences, are collected from various sources. Based on this training data, a statistical lexical corpus of Malay language which consists of vocabulary, grammar rules and their probability was developed. The bottom up parsing will be supported by implementing Cocke–Younger–Kasami (CYK) algorithm. The parser’s performance is evaluated based on its effectiveness to overcome ambiguity by suggesting a more precise parse tree. In conclusion, the Malay Language Parser can be useful to help user identify the appropriate parse tree and solve ambiguity issues in Malay Language.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 124-133 |
| Number of pages | 10 |
| Journal | GEMA Online Journal of Language Studies |
| Volume | 18 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 May 2018 |
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Keywords
- Ambiguity
- CYK
- Malay language
- Parsing technique
- Probabilistic context-free grammar
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Language and Linguistics
- Linguistics and Language
- Literature and Literary Theory
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The effectiveness of bottom up technique with probabilistic approach for a malay parser. / Fairuzz Hiloh, Muhammad Azhar; Ab Aziz, Mohd Juzaiddin; Zakaria, Lailatul Qadri.
In: GEMA Online Journal of Language Studies, Vol. 18, No. 2, 01.05.2018, p. 124-133.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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