Author: Dr. S. Meenakshi

ISBN: 978-81-986247-6-5

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59646/bl/338

Date of Publication: March 17, 2025

About the Book:

Basics of Linguistics is a comprehensive and structured guide to the scientific study of language, covering fundamental theories, methodologies, and real-world applications. The book is divided into five key units, beginning with an introduction to linguistics, exploring language structure, communication, and the levels of linguistic analysis, including syntax, morphology, semantics, pragmatics, and discourse. It further delves into historical linguistics, examining language evolution, phonological changes, language contact, and the development of Indo-Aryan languages.

The book also provides an in-depth study of phonology, discussing phonemes, phonetic similarity, syllable structures, and phonological systems. Morphology is another key focus, covering word formation, morphemes, derivation, and complex word structures. Additionally, it explores semantics, analyzing meaning, sense relations, ambiguity, deixis, presupposition, and logical relations in language.

With a balance of theoretical insights and practical examples, Basics of Linguistics is designed for students, researchers, and language enthusiasts. It serves as an essential resource for understanding how languages function, change over time, and influence communication across cultures.