The Study of Language

Drift off into the fascinating world of linguistics, the scientific study of language and its structure. From phonetics to syntax, semantics to pragmatics, this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast gently explores how languages evolve, how we acquire them, and the intricate rules that govern communication. Whether you're a word enthusiast or simply looking for a soothing bedtime listen, this episode will lull you into a restful slumber. For more bedtime-friendly content, visit icantsleeppodcast.com. Show Notes:  00:00 - Show intro 00:19 - Linguistics overview 03:15 - Major sub-disciplines 13:33 - Structures 23:38 - Approaches 27:54 - Methodology 35:40 - History Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support the show: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Wikipedia Attribution: This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Linguistics, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Linguistics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices