dilbilimci

Dilbilimci is the Turkish term for a linguist—someone who studies language scientifically. The word combines dil (language), bilim (science), and -ci (agent). A dilbilimci analyzes language data to understand the structures, patterns, and use of human language, from sounds and word formation to meaning and discourse.

Core areas of linguistics include phonetics and phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics, as well as subfields such as sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, historical and comparative linguistics, and applied linguistics. Dilbilimciler may study how languages are acquired, how they change over time, and how social context affects language use. Many work on language documentation, fieldwork with communities, or language technology projects such as corpora, speech synthesis, and natural language processing.

Education and career: a typical path starts with a bachelor's degree in linguistics or a related field, followed by graduate study leading to master's or doctoral degrees. Employers range from universities and research institutes to government agencies, schools, and tech companies. Key skills include linguistic analysis, data collection and annotation, field methods, computational tools, and proficiency in multiple languages.

In Turkey and internationally, the term dilbilimci is used to refer to professionals who study language scientifically, contributing to academic knowledge, language education, cultural preservation, and language technology.