Meaning of the word sociolinguistics in English
What does sociolinguistics mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sociolinguistics
US /ˌsoʊ.si.oʊ.lɪŋˈɡwɪs.tɪks/
UK /ˌsəʊ.si.əʊ.lɪŋˈɡwɪs.tɪks/
Noun
the study of language in relation to social factors, including differences in regional, class, and occupational dialect, gender differences, and bilingualism
Example:
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Her research focuses on sociolinguistics, particularly how language varies across different social groups.
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A course in sociolinguistics often covers topics like dialectology, language and gender, and language policy.