Unit 5 Companion

Language & Linguistics Unlocked

From the mechanics of sound (Phonetics) to the deep structures of meaning (Semantics), this book demystifies the complex science of language. Authored by Ankit Sharma, this companion is your ultimate guide to mastering core linguistics, SLA, and English in India for the UGC NET exam.

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Chapter Index

01

Concepts and Theories

Saussure's Structuralism, linguistics scope, subfields, and philosophical foundations.

02

Theories of Language Acquisition

Chomsky, Skinner, Piaget, Vygotsky, Bruner, and the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis.

03

SLA & Corpus Linguistics

Krashen's Monitor Model, bilingualism, and the foundations of corpus data.

04

Phonetics and Phonology

The mechanics of speech sounds, IPA, articulation, and phonemic patterns.

05

Morphology, Pidgin & Creole

Word formation (morphemes, lexemes) and the evolution of contact languages.

06

Semantics, Syntax & Pragmatics

The structure of sentences, meaning in isolation, and meaning in context.

07

Psycho & Sociolinguistics

Language processing in the brain and how language varies within society.

08

Rhetorical & Literary Devices

A comprehensive glossary of devices for deep structural literary analysis.

09

Structural & Stylistic Analysis

Applying linguistic theories to decode and analyze literary texts.

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Ankit Sharma

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Founder & Author. Dedicated to simplifying English Literature for JRF aspirants.

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