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What does Sociolinguistics study?
What does Sociolinguistics study?
What is the main focus of Stylistics?
What is the main focus of Stylistics?
How can Pragmatics be defined?
How can Pragmatics be defined?
What does Sociolinguistics explore in relation to language use?
What does Sociolinguistics explore in relation to language use?
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What does Stylistics focus on in literary works?
What does Stylistics focus on in literary works?
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Study Notes
Sociolinguistics
- Studies the relationship between language and society, examining how language use varies according to social factors such as class, gender, age, and ethnicity.
- Explores how language is used to convey social identity, express power dynamics, and negotiate social relationships.
Stylistics
- Mainly focuses on the language and style used in literary texts, analyzing how authors employ language to create meaning and effect.
- Examines the linguistic features of literary works, such as syntax, vocabulary, and figurative language, to uncover the author's intent and the reader's interpretation.
Pragmatics
- Defined as the study of how language is used in context to communicate effectively, taking into account the speaker's intention, the listener's interpretation, and the social and cultural context.
- Investigates how language is used to convey meaning beyond the literal meaning of words, considering factors such as inference, implicature, and presupposition.
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Test your knowledge of Applied Linguistics with this quiz. Explore the practical applications of linguistics, including stylistics and sociolinguistics. Dive into the study of language in different social contexts and its impact on human interaction.
