Flashcards on Introduction to Language: Core Concepts
Introduction to Language: Core Concepts & Functions Explained
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Language (general)
22 cards
Card 1
Question: What is language (general)?
Answer: A system of spoken or written symbols used by people to communicate thoughts, feelings, and ideas.
Card 2
Question: What does it mean that language is verbal and vocal?
Answer: Language is mainly spoken through sounds.
Card 3
Question: What does 'arbitrary' mean in the context of language?
Answer: Words have meanings by social agreement, not because of any natural connection.
Card 4
Question: How is language social?
Answer: Language is used for communication within society.
Card 5
Question: What does it mean that language is symbolic?
Answer: Words and sounds stand for or represent ideas or objects.
Card 6
Question: What does it mean that language is systematic?
Answer: Every language follows rules and patterns.
Card 7
Question: What does it mean that language is conventional?
Answer: Language is learned and passed from one generation to another.
Card 8
Question: What is meant by language being creative and productive?
Answer: Language can produce new ideas and expressions.
Card 9
Question: What does it mean that language is dynamic?
Answer: Language changes over time and with society.
Card 10
Question: What are the four core language skills?
Answer: Listening, speaking, reading, and writing.