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What is the name of the scientific study of language?
What is the name of the scientific study of language?
- Etymology
- Phonetics
- Syntax
- Linguistics (correct)
Which field specifically focuses on the sounds of human speech?
Which field specifically focuses on the sounds of human speech?
- Phonetics (correct)
- Morphology
- Pragmatics
- Semantics
What is the study of the origin and history of words known as?
What is the study of the origin and history of words known as?
- Etymology (correct)
- Pragmatics
- Sociolinguistics
- Syntax
What are people who specifically study languages called?
What are people who specifically study languages called?
What term is used for individuals who are skilled in multiple languages?
What term is used for individuals who are skilled in multiple languages?
What is the term for those who study the history and development of languages?
What is the term for those who study the history and development of languages?
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