Explores the structures and functions of languages throughout the world, seeking to uncover both shared and variable patterns across languages. Introduces the tools of modern linguistics for recording and analyzing sound systems, words, syntactic and semantic structures, and the communicative uses of language. Provides background for understanding contemporary issues relating to language. Meets the Critical Learning: FRL requirement. (Not offered 2024-25).

Degree requirement — Critical Learning: FRL

1 unit

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