An Introduction to the Study of Language (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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< p>Explore how language is built—from words to sentences—through clear, accessible explanations. This edition, An Introduction to the Study of Language, reveals how linguists analyze how words form phrases, how meaning and structure emerge, and how languages differ in their patterns of use. It emphasizes the connections between morphology and syntax and shows how real speech and writing illuminate fundamental concepts.

You’ll see concrete discussions of compounds, simple words, and phrases, plus how languages handle case, tense, and word order. The text uses examples across languages to illustrate theories, without assuming any prior specialization. It aims to help readers grasp how language works in everyday communication and in scholarly study alike.

• How compounds and words differ in form and meaning across languages


• How syntax and morphology interact to shape sentences


• Ways languages express relations and structure without heavy jargon


• Examples that connect theoretical ideas to everyday language use

Ideal for readers curious about how language functions, from students to general readers seeking a solid, approachable overview.

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