Glotologists
Glotologists are scholars who study language variation, language change, and language contact within linguistic communities. The term "glotology" was first introduced by linguist August Schleicher in the 19th century, with the goal of describing and explaining the complexities of language evolution.
Glotologists typically examine language in its sociocultural context, investigating how speakers' identities, social roles, and interactions
Researchers in the field of glotology also explore issues related to language contact, convergence, and divergence.
Glotologists employ a range of methodologies to gather data and analyze language use, including fieldwork, surveys,
While the term "glotology" is not as widely recognized as some other areas of linguistics, the field
Despite its relatively small size, the glotological community is active and engaged, with many prominent researchers