Variations of Language and Speech

Flashcards covering key concepts about language varieties, including definitions, types of variations, and their characteristics.

Linguistic Signs

Elements or symbols that represent concepts in a language.

Dialect

A regional variety of a language distinguished by pronunciation, grammar, or vocabulary.

Sociolect

A variety of language used by a particular social group.

Jargon

Specialized terminology associated with a specific field or profession.

Diastratic Variation

Linguistic variation based on social factors such as age, profession, or education level.

Diachronic Variation

Linguistic variations that occur over time within a language.

Diatopic Variation

Variations in language that occur based on geographic region.

Informal Language

Casual language used in everyday conversations.

Formal Language

Language used in serious contexts, characterized by careful structure.

Cultural Practices

Shared behaviors, beliefs, and traditions of a social group that influence language use.