Languages & linguistics
Linguistics describes patterns in use and distinguishes description from prescription.
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Introduction to Languages & linguistics
What makes a pattern part of a language?
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Sounds and meaning
How can a sound difference change a word?
Translation and categories
What can be lost in translating a concept?
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How does a language shape a question?
Compare conceptual translation, argument and literary voice. A shared question can expose differences without erasing them.