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/ˈlæŋɡwɪd͡ʒɪz/
Meanings

  • A system of communication used by a community or group of people, consisting of spoken or written words, rules for combining these elements, and often an associated grammar and vocabulary.

    - "English is a popular language."
    - "Mandarin Chinese is the most widely spoken language in the world."
  • noun

    The study of languages and their structures.

    - "Linguistics is the scientific study of languages."
    - "She earned a degree in linguistics."
Pronunciation




  1. Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2707544"
Synonyms

computer language , machine language , programming language
Variants
List of all variants of languages that leads to same result
language , languages , Dravidian languages , Hamitic languages , Indo-European languages , assembly language , assembly languages , body language , body languages , contact language , contact languages , gestural language , gesture language , gesture languages , love language , love languages , machine code , machine language , machine languages
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'language' comes from the Old French word 'lengue', meaning 'tongue'. It is related to the Latin word 'lingua', which also means 'tongue'.

Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

  1. Did you know that there are over 7,000 languages spoken in the world today?

  2. The longest word in English, according to the Guinness Book of World Records, is 'pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis', which means a lung disease caused by inhaling very fine silica particles.

  3. The first known written language was Sumerian, which emerged around 3400 BCE in Mesopotamia.

Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

  1. Dialect: A variety of a language spoken by a particular group of people in a specific region or social context.

  2. Syntax: The arrangement of words in a sentence to create meaning.

  3. Semantics: The meaning of words and sentences in a language.

Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Languages play a significant role in the cultural identity of communities. They are often associated with literature, music, art, and other forms of expression. For instance, English literature includes works by Shakespeare, Dickens, and Austen. Spanish language and culture are known for their passion and expressiveness, while Mandarin Chinese culture is rich in history and tradition.

How to Memorize "languages"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize a language, try visualizing yourself in a native-speaking environment. Imagine yourself interacting with people, ordering food, or having conversations. Create mental images of the language being spoken around you.
    - Visualize the written form of the language. Practice writing it by hand or typing it out. Make flashcards with the written form and meanings to help reinforce your memory.

  2. associate

    - Create associations between words in the language and words in your native language. For example, if a new word in the language sounds similar to a word in your native language, try to remember the meaning of the new word by associating it with the familiar word.
    - Create associations between new words and objects or situations. For example, if a new word means 'apple', try to remember it by associating it with an apple or a picture of an apple.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use mnemonics to help remember new words and their meanings. For example, you can create an acronym for a new word, or create a mental image that helps you remember the meaning. You can also use rhymes or songs to help remember new vocabulary.

Memorize "languages" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize languages is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

  1. Highlighting:

    Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.

  2. Periodic Reminders:

    Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.

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