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Idiolect
The unique language characteristics of an individual speaker.
Dialect
A form of a language spoken by a group that differs systematically from others.
Mutually intelligible
Terms used to describe dialects or languages that can be understood by speakers of different but related languages.
Accent
Phonological characteristics specific to a geographic region or social group.
Phonological distinctions
Variations in sound systems across different dialects or languages.
Lexical differences
Variations in vocabulary used between different dialects.
Syntactic differences
Variations in sentence structure between different dialects.
Social dialects
Dialect variations arising from social characteristics such as class, race, or gender.
Standard dialect
The dominant or prestige dialect of a language that is often used in formal contexts.
Regional dialect
A dialect associated with a specific geographic area.
Genderlects
Dialectal differences in speech patterns attributed to gender.
Pidgin
A simplified language developed for communication between speakers of different native languages.
Creole
A stable, natural language that has developed from a mixture of different languages.
Lingua franca
A language that is adopted as a common language between speakers whose native languages are different.
Euphemism
A mild or indirect word or phrase used to substitute for one considered to be harsh or blunt.
Social identities
Concept identities that relate to an individual's social context or group membership.
Sociolinguistic analysis
The study of how language varies and changes in social contexts.
Language in use
The practical application of language rules in social interactions.
Accent features
Characteristics of speech that can provide clues to a speaker's geographic or social background.
Bicultural communication
The interaction between speakers of different cultural backgrounds.
Language evolution
The gradual change in a language's structure and use over time.
Language disconnect
A lack of common understanding due to language barriers.
Caste dialects
Variations in language linked to social and economic stratification in society.
Speech patterns
The characteristics of how individuals or groups typically produce language.
Politeness markers
Words or phrases that indicate respect or formality in conversation.
Freedom of speech
The right to express opinions without censorship.
Communication gap
A difference in understanding between two parties due to language or cultural differences.
Mutually unintelligible
Languages or dialects that cannot be understood by speakers of different languages.
Dialect continuity
The persistence of certain linguistic features across various dialects.
Cultural identity
The feeling of belonging to a particular cultural group, often expressed through language.
