COM 100 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Jargon, Linguistics, Cooties
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Pronunciation , word meaning, and regional variations. Non-verbal communication is more important than verbal communication. =verbal communication is the expression of words or meaning; the foundation. There are seven primary functions of language. Phonology - is the study of the sounds that compose individual languages and. Syntax how those sounds communicate meaning . sentences. Semantics is concerned with the meaning of words. How language is used in specific situations to accomplish goals. Dialect - is it earl, awl, oyl, or oil . A cohort effect occurs when groups that are born and raised in the same time. Often influences word choice, especially when adolescents use language to period share similar characteristics. connect with each other and separate from parents and other adults. Pronunciation is strongly influenced by geographic location. When groups are isolated they develop their own dialect. The language one speaks influences syntax, accent and word choice. More educated individuals speak a similar language.
