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Dialectometry
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dialectometría
a quantitative approach in linguistics that uses statistical methods and computational tools to analyze and measure linguistic variation and similarities across dialects or language varieties
What is "dialectometry"?
Dialectometry is a quantitative approach to studying dialects and language variation. This field employs statistical methods to analyze and compare linguistic features across different dialects, focusing on aspects such as phonetics, vocabulary, and grammar. By measuring the degree of similarity or difference between dialects, dialectometry helps to visualize linguistic diversity and understand the geographical and social factors influencing language variation. This approach can reveal patterns of dialectal change, the effects of language contact, and the relationships between different speech communities, providing insights into the dynamics of language in real-world contexts.
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