The "grammar" of sentence structure. It dictates the rules for word order, such as why English typically uses Subject-Verb-Object (SVO) order (e.g., "The cat chased the mouse").
The study of literal meaning. It explores how words and sentences convey specific concepts and how those meanings relate to one another. Key Concepts in Language and Linguistics
The study of word formation and structure. This involves analyzing morphemes , which are the smallest units of meaning (e.g., the word "unfriendly" contains three: un- , friend , and -ly ). The "grammar" of sentence structure
The study of language in context. This looks at how hidden meanings, social cues, and physical surroundings influence what a speaker actually means (e.g., understanding sarcasm). Key Theoretical Concepts the word "unfriendly" contains three: un-