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Phonology

Phonology refers to the study of the sound patterns and systems of a language, typically focusing on the organization and pronunciation of speech sounds.

Senses and Usages:

1. Linguistics:

In linguistics, phonology is a subfield that explores the systematic organization and structure of sounds within a language and how they function in conveying meaning. It examines the phonemes, allophones, and phonological rules that govern the pronunciation of words.

Example sentence: The linguist conducted extensive research in the field of phonology and discovered several interesting patterns in the pronunciation of vowels.

2. Popular:

In popular usage, phonology is often associated with accents and dialects. It refers to the study of regional variations in pronunciation and speech patterns within a language.

Example sentence: The phonology of the Southern dialect includes distinct vowel shifts and rhotic pronunciation.

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