英语语言学复习资料.pdf

英语语言学复习资料 一：名词解释 1. Language (语言 ) is a system of arbitrary vocal symbols used for human communication. 2. Linguistics( 语 言 学 ) is generally defined as the scientific study of language. 3. General linguistics( 普通 /一般语言学 ) The study of language as a whole is often called general linguistics. 4. Phonetics( 语音学 ) the study of sounds used in linguistic communication led to the establishment of phonetics. 5. Phonology( 语音体系 ) how sounds are put together