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Synchronic Linguistics

Description: Synchronic linguistics, also known as descriptive linguistics, is a branch of linguistics that studies languages at a specific point in time, focusing on their present-day form without considering historical changes. It aims to analyze the structure, grammar, and vocabulary of a language in its current state, making comparisons between different regional dialects and social variations.

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1. One of the main goals of synchronic linguistics is to understand the current patterns of language usage in a particular area.
2. In synchronic linguistics, researchers analyze how words are used in present contexts rather than investigating their historical development.
3. A synchronic linguistic perspective allows us to investigate the variation in dialects within a country.
4. By studying synchronic linguistics, we can comprehend the societal influences on language use.

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