The SERBOVERB Language Resource and Its Multifunctionality

Abstract

Serbian verb inflection is known for its complexity and unpredictability, posing a challenge for L2 Serbian speakers. Existing dictionaries are not well-suited to address the needs of L2 speakers. To overcome these challenges, the author presents SerboVerb, an electronic resource and application that offers a dynamic approach to processing Serbian verb inflection. SerboVerb includes a conjugation, dictionary, and gamification module, and offers paradigms for more than 34,000 verbs. The resource has been developed through a research project between the University of Toulouse Jean Jaurès (France) and the University of Belgrade, Faculty of Philology (Serbia). The author describes the structure and multifunctionality of SerboVerb, highlighting its potential to provide a more accessible and user-friendly resource for L2 Serbian speakers seeking to resolve their communication problems and improve their language skills. By offering a multifunctional and comprehensive approach to Serbian verb inflection, SerboVerb represents a significant step forward in electronic lexicography.