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LANGUAGE

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ALL ABOUT LANGUAGE

1. Definition of Language
 Language is a structured system of communication using sounds, symbols, or
gestures to convey meaning.

2. Characteristics of Language
 Arbitrariness: No inherent connection between words and their meanings.
 Duality: Language operates on two levels: sounds and meanings.
 Productivity: Ability to create an infinite number of sentences.
 Displacement: Can discuss things not present in time or space
3. Importance of Language
 Facilitates communication and social interaction.
 Essential for cultural identity and expression.
 Aids in the transmission of knowledge and information.
4. Functions of Language
 Expressive: Convey emotions and feelings.
 Informative: Share information and facts.
 Directive: Influence others' behavior.
 Phatic: Establish social relationships.

Kinds and Types of varieties and variation of language

 Dialects: Regional variations characterized by distinct vocabulary, grammar, and


pronunciation (e.g., American English vs. British English)
 Registers: Variations based on context and formality, such as legal language
versus everyday conversation 15.
 Sociolects: Language variations influenced by social factors, such as class or
occupation
 Idiolects: Unique language use specific to an individual, shaped by personal
experiences and influences
 Pidgins: Simplified languages that develop for communication between speakers
of different native languages
 Creoles: Stable languages that evolve from pidgins and are learned as first
languages
 Slang: Informal language specific to particular social groups
 Diglossia: The coexistence of two distinct varieties of a language within a
community, serving different social functions (e.g., formal vs. informal Arabic)

Look for any 20 gay languages (many as possible)

 Gay Languages
 Swardspeak (Philippines)
 Polari (UK)
 Bahasa Gay (Indonesia)
 IsiNgqumo (South Africa)
 Gandara Park/Beki Lingo (Philippines)
 Englog (Philippines)
 Gayle (South Africa)
 Chavacano Gay (Philippines)
 Beki Speak (Philippines)
 LGBTQ+ Slang (Global variations)
 Queer Speak (Various regions)
 Lavender Linguistics (General term for LGBTQ+ language)
 AAVE with LGBTQ+ terms (USA)
 Thai Gay Language
 Spanish Gay Slang
 French Gay Slang
 German Gay Slang
 Italian Gay Slang
 Japanese Queer Language
 Russian LGBTQ+ Vernacular

Popular Languages

 English
 Mandarin Chinese
 Spanish
 Hindi
 Arabic
 Nihonggo

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