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  1. Linguistics - Wikipedia

    Linguistics is the scientific study of language. [1][2][3] The areas of linguistic analysis are syntax (rules governing the structure of sentences), semantics (meaning), morphology (structure of …

  2. Linguistics | Definition, Examples, Science | Britannica

    Nov 24, 2025 · Linguistics, the scientific study of language. The word was first used in the middle of the 19th century to emphasize the difference between a newer approach to the study of …

  3. What is Linguistics? - Department of Linguistics - UCLA

    The main goal of linguistics, like all other intellectual disciplines, is to increase our knowledge and understanding of the world. Since language is universal and fundamental to all human …

  4. LINGUISTICS Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    : the study of human speech including the units, nature, structure, and modification of language. Did you know? Any analysis of language, including 8th-grade grammar, can be called …

  5. Why Study Linguistics? - University of Chicago

    Linguistics is a major that provides insight into one of the most intriguing aspects of human knowledge and behavior. Majoring in linguistics means learning about many aspects of human …

  6. Research Guides: Linguistics: A Resource Guide: Introduction

    May 14, 2020 · The study of the structure and function of language, linguistics is a large field with branches in the humanities and sciences. This guide provides research strategies and lists …

  7. What is Linguistics? - University at Buffalo

    Linguistics is the scientific study of language, and its focus is the systematic investigation of the properties of particular languages as well as the characteristics of language in general.

  8. Introduction to Linguistics: The Science of Language

    Linguistics is the scientific study of language, encompassing its structure, function, development, and variation. This comprehensive overview explores the core branches of linguistics, …

  9. What Is Linguistics? - U-M LSA

    Linguistics is the scientific study of language in all of its complexity. Much of linguistic study is centered around three broad questions: What Is Language? How is language physically …