linguistics
/lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪks/
CEFR level B2Topic EducationWord #5241 in the learning path
语言学
Definitions
n. The scientific study of language and how it works.
语言学
Example
My sister studies linguistics and loves comparing different accents.
我姐姐学习语言学，喜欢比较不同的口音。
Research in linguistics can help teachers develop more effective methods for teaching foreign languages.
语言学研究可以帮助教师开发更有效的外语教学方法。
Collocations
- applied linguistics
- historical linguistics
- study linguistics
Word family
- linguist (n.)
- linguistic (adj.)
- linguistically (adv.)
Usage tip
虽以s结尾，作为学科名通常接单数谓语。
FAQ
- What does linguistics mean?
- The scientific study of language and how it works.
- How is linguistics pronounced?
- UK /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪks/, US /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪks/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
