Dr. Suman Preet
Virk

Linguistics & Lexicography

Head of the Department of Linguistics and Punjabi Lexicography at Punjabi University, Patiala, with over 30 years dedicated to computational linguistics, dictionary science, and the preservation of South Asian linguistic heritage. Alumna of Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.

Selected Publications

Research

From morphological analysis to digital lexicography, bridging traditional language scholarship with modern computational methods.

  • Oxford Compact English-English-Punjabi Dictionary
    Oxford University Press, 2017, Editor. 848 pages, 24,000+ entries, 200+ illustrations
  • Thesaurus: Theory and Practice
    Gracious Books, Patiala, 2013
  • Language and Linguistics
    2013
  • Linguistic Parameters for the Unicode of Punjabi Script
    2012
  • A Thesaurus of Punjabi Words and Phrases on the Concept of Light
    2006
  • Lo: Shabad Sagar
    2005
  • Lexicography: A Semantic Study
    1992, Acknowledged by the Dictionary Research Centre, Exeter University, London
LexicographyComputational LinguisticsPunjabiSemanticsPhonologyCorpus LinguisticsThesaurus StudiesUnicode
Lectures & Lessons

Teaching

Prescribed course texts in the M.A. (Anthropological Linguistics & Punjabi Language) program at Punjabi University. Currently preparing virtual lessons of Punjabi Language and Folklore for second and foreign language learners.

Punjabi Language Basics
Lexicography Methods
Semantics & Phonology
Folklore & Culture
Platform & Initiatives

Writing & Platform

Educational content on Punjabi language, culture, and folklore through the Punjabi Applied Linguistics and Technology platform.

  • Punjabi Applied Linguistics and Technology
    punjabiappliedlinguisticsandtechnology.in
    A dedicated platform for Punjabi language learning material, culture, and folklore resources for learners worldwide.
  • Virtual Lessons for Punjabi Language Learners
    Ongoing
    Developing structured virtual lessons of Punjabi Language and Folklore designed for second and foreign language learners.
  • Unicode Standards for Punjabi Script
    Research Initiative
    Establishing linguistic parameters for Punjabi script Unicode, enabling Punjabi language technology on mobile platforms globally.
Conferences & Keynotes

Talks

Academic leadership and project work spanning national and international collaborations in language technology and lexicography.

  • TDIL Government of India Language Technology Project
    Principal Investigator
  • TDIL Government of India Lexicography Project
    Principal Investigator
  • Unicode Parameters for Punjabi Mobile Technology
    Consultant, Mobile Labs of Sweden
  • Dictionary Research Centre Collaboration
    Exeter University, London
Academic Record

Curriculum Vitae

7+
Books Published
2
Govt. of India Projects
30+
Years Teaching
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Press & Features

Media

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