Orientation of Language-2026
What is Language? Language is a system of sounds and words used by humans to express their feelings and thoughts. Examples: 1. I am happy. 2. You look fresh. 3. We have gathered here for a specific purpose. How Sounds Make Words man = /m/ /æ/ /n/ girl = / ɡɜː l/ (BrE), / ɡɝː l/ (AmE) college = / ˈ k ɒ l ɪ d ʒ / (BrE), / ˈ k ɑː l ɪ d ʒ / (AmE) syntax = / ˈ s ɪ ntæks/ From Words to Sentences Language combines words into phrases , clauses , and sentences . Phrases : happy people busy street hot weather Sentences : 1. We are happy people. 2. This is a busy street. 3. It is hot weather today. Paralanguage Paralanguage refers to the non-verbal elements of speech, such as tone, pitch, volume, and speed. ...
