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Linguistics for Beginners: Basic Concepts – Tariq Rahman

Product Details

Author: Tariq Rahman
Title: Linguistics for Beginners: Basic Concepts – Core Texts for Colleges and Universities in Pakistan
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication Date: December 1, 2011
Format: Paperback
Pages: 220
Language: English
ISBN-13: 9780195479256
ISBN-10: 0195479254
Printed in: Pakistan

Overview

Linguistics for Beginners: Basic Concepts by Tariq Rahman is a comprehensive introduction to linguistics, specifically designed for students, educators, and researchers in Pakistan. As part of the Core Texts for Colleges and Universities in Pakistan series, this book provides a clear and structured foundation in the study of language, making it an ideal resource for beginners and non-specialists.

The book covers the essential concepts of linguistics, including phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, sociolinguistics, and historical linguistics. With simple explanations, real-world examples, and practical exercises, this text makes linguistic theory accessible to a broad audience.

Whether you are a university student, teacher, or language enthusiast, this book offers a solid grounding in linguistics and its applications in communication, language learning, and cultural studies.

Key Topics Covered

✔ Introduction to Linguistics – Understanding language as a system and a social phenomenon.

✔ Phonetics and Phonology – The sounds of language, pronunciation, and speech patterns.

✔ Morphology and Syntax – Word formation, sentence structure, and grammatical rules.

✔ Semantics and Pragmatics – The meaning of words and how language conveys messages in different contexts.

✔ Sociolinguistics – How language interacts with society, culture, and identity.

✔ Language Change and Historical Linguistics – The evolution of languages and their historical development.

✔ Applied Linguistics – How linguistics is used in language teaching, translation, and communication.

Why You Should Read This Book

For Students & Educators: A core textbook for university students in Pakistan and beyond, covering essential linguistic concepts in a clear and structured way.

For Language Enthusiasts: Explores the science of language in an easy-to-understand format, with real-world applications.

For Researchers & Professionals: A useful reference for those interested in language studies, communication, and linguistics applications.

Interesting Facts

Tariq Rahman is a renowned Pakistani linguist and scholar, known for his work on language policy, sociolinguistics, and linguistic history.

The book is part of the Oxford University Press series designed specifically for Pakistani colleges and universities.

Linguistics is an interdisciplinary field, connecting with psychology, anthropology, education, and artificial intelligence.

Pakistan is a linguistically diverse country, with over 70 languages spoken across different regions. This book provides insights into the country’s rich linguistic landscape.

Phonetics, one of the topics covered in this book, is widely used in speech therapy, forensic science, and AI voice recognition technology.