Asked by Brian Storme on May 25, 2024
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What does Noam Chomsky mean when he says that language is a dialect without an army?
Noam Chomsky
An influential linguist, philosopher, cognitive scientist, historian, and social critic, known for his theory of generative grammar.
Dialect
A particular form of a language which is peculiar to a specific region or social group.
- Describe the field of sociolinguistics and recognize its significance in analyzing the interaction between social structures and language usage.
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Maura FrenchJun 01, 2024
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This means that the languages and dialects are classified according to the power that adheres to the group of speakers. Otherwise, there are no structural differences; it is a political choice.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the field of sociolinguistics and recognize its significance in analyzing the interaction between social structures and language usage.