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What is language variation?

  • The differences in writing styles between different authors
  • The differences in body language exhibited by individuals
  • Systematic and observable differences in the way that language is used by different speakers or in different contexts (correct)
  • The variations in sign language across different countries
  • What is accent?

  • A regional variation in pronunciation (correct)
  • A specific grammar rule unique to a particular region
  • A type of written language specific to a region
  • A form of non-verbal communication associated with a particular region
  • What is dialect?

  • A type of language used in formal contexts
  • A specific vocabulary used by a particular age group
  • A specific type of non-verbal communication
  • A form of a language spoken in a specific region (correct)
  • What is regional variation also known as?

    <p>Geographical variation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what aspects can language variation manifest?

    <p>Pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and syntax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main types of language variation mentioned in the text?

    <p>Regular and Probabilistic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the different realizations of a word's meaning depending on the context?

    <p>Semantic variation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of probabilistic variation in language?

    <p>The different pronunciations of the word 'chairs' in English</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cause of the variation in the pronunciation of the word 'bakarız' in Turkish?

    <p>Different realizations of the phoneme /k/</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way is regular variation different from probabilistic variation?

    <p>Regular variation is predictable, while probabilistic variation is based on probability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Language Variation

    • Language variation refers to the differences in language use across different contexts, regions, and social groups.

    Accent and Dialect

    • Accent: a way of pronouncing words that is unique to a particular region or social group.
    • Dialect: a regional or social variation of a language that has distinct pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar.

    Regional Variation

    • Also known as geographic variation, it refers to language differences that occur across different regions.

    Aspects of Language Variation

    • Language variation can manifest in:
      • Phonology (pronunciation)
      • Vocabulary
      • Grammar
      • Pragmatics (meaning in context)

    Types of Language Variation

    • Two main types:
      • Regional variation (geographic variation)
      • Social variation (related to social factors such as age, gender, and socioeconomic status)

    Contextual Meaning

    • Polysemy: the phenomenon of a single word having multiple related meanings depending on the context.

    Probabilistic Variation

    • Example: the use of "s" or "z" in the plural form of nouns (e.g., "buses" or "buz").
    • Refers to the variation in language use that is not strictly determined by rules, but rather by probabilities.

    Variation in Turkish Pronunciation

    • The variation in the pronunciation of the word "bakarız" in Turkish is caused by the influence of the surrounding vowels on the pronunciation of the "r" sound.

    Regular vs. Probabilistic Variation

    • Regular variation: follows strict rules and is predictable.
    • Probabilistic variation: does not follow strict rules, and the variation is more likely to occur in certain contexts.

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    Test your understanding of language variation and regional variation with this sociolinguistics quiz. Challenge yourself with questions on pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and syntax, and enhance your knowledge of contemporary sociolinguistic terminology.

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