anthropolinguistics
Anthropolinguistics is an interdisciplinary field that bridges anthropology and linguistics. It explores the relationship between language and culture, examining how language shapes human thought, social practices, and identity. Anthropolinguists investigate the diversity of human languages, their historical development, and their role in society. They often conduct fieldwork, living among communities to observe and document how language is used in everyday life.
Key areas of study within anthropolinguistics include linguistic variation, language socialization, the study of language and
The study of endangered languages is a significant component of anthropolinguistics, aiming to document and understand