languagesdialects
Languages and dialects are both systems of human communication, but the distinction between them is often blurry and subject to socio-political factors. Generally, a language is considered a distinct system of communication with its own grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation that is mutually unintelligible with other languages. Dialects, on the other hand, are variations of a language spoken by a particular group of people, often geographically defined. These variations may differ in pronunciation (accent), vocabulary, and grammar, but are usually mutually intelligible to a degree.
The concept of mutual intelligibility is a key factor in distinguishing languages from dialects. If speakers
The distinction is often influenced by power structures and national identity. The language spoken by the dominant