Quantitative Approaches to the Study of Language

Linguistics is the scientific study of language and its structure, including its sounds, words, and grammar. It explores the evolution, structure and function of language in communication. This interdisciplinary field draws upon insights from anthropology, psychology, sociology, and neuroscience to understand the complexities of human language. Linguists analyze the phonetics and phonology of languages, examining the sounds used and their patterns. They also investigate morphology, studying how words are formed and how their components interact. Syntax is another focus, delving into the rules governing sentence structure and word order. Linguists explore semantics, examining the meanings of words and sentences, as well as pragmatics, which deals with the context-dependent aspects of language use. Sociolinguistics considers how language varies across social groups and contexts, while psycholinguistics investigates how language is processed and understood by the human brain. This book provides significant information on linguistics to help develop a good understanding of the quantitative approaches to the study of language. It explores all the important aspects of linguistics in the present day scenario. It aims to serve as a resource guide for students and experts alike and contribute to the growth of the discipline.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1647268486
• ISBN13: 9781647268480
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Clanrye International
• Length: 250 Pages