dialectology
dia
ˌdaɪə
daiē
lec
lɪk
lik
to
ˈtɑ:
taa
lo
gy
ʤi
ji
British pronunciation
/dˌaɪəlɪktˈɒlədʒi/

Definition & Meaning of "dialectology"in English

Dialectology
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a branch of linguistics that examines and analyzes the variations in language, such as pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and usage, within specific geographic regions or social groups, with a focus on studying different dialects and their characteristics

What is "dialectology"?

Dialectology is the study of different dialects within a language. It focuses on how language varies across regions, social groups, or communities, examining differences in pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. Dialectology helps researchers understand why these variations occur and how they reflect the culture or history of a particular group. It also explores how dialects change over time and how they interact with one another within a language.

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