Questions and Answers
What are the five components of language?
Phonology, Pragmatics, Morphology, Semantics, Syntax
What is phonology?
The study of speech sounds
What is pragmatics?
The ability to use language for establishing and maintaining relationships
What is morphology?
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What is semantics?
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What is syntax?
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What is language?
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Study Notes
Components of Language
- Five key components include Phonology, Pragmatics, Morphology, Semantics, and Syntax.
Phonology
- Focuses on the study of speech sounds and how they function in specific languages.
Pragmatics
- Represents the functional use of language, enabling individuals to establish and maintain social relationships.
Morphology
- Concerns the study of the structure and formation of words, including prefixes, roots, and suffixes.
Semantics
- Involves the vocabulary and how words are used to convey meaning and interpretation in context.
Syntax
- Refers to the grammatical rules governing the arrangement of words to form coherent sentences.
Definition of Language
- Described as a socially shared code for communication, characterized by being arbitrary, rule-governed, a product of genetic processes, dynamic, and involving both receptive and expressive elements.
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This quiz explores the five essential components of language: phonology, pragmatics, morphology, semantics, and syntax. Each flashcard provides a definition and context to help reinforce understanding of these fundamental concepts in language development. Perfect for linguistics students and language enthusiasts.
