sociolect (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈsəʊsiəʊlɛkt/
Definition
A variety of language used by a particular social group, distinguished by features of vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.
Examples
The study analyzed the sociolect of inner-city youth.
Her sociolect marked her as belonging to a specific academic circle.
Linguists are interested in how sociolects evolve over time.
How to Use sociolect
- sociolect of (prepositional phrase)
- The variety of language used by a specific group. — "The sociolect of the elderly in that village was unique."
- develop a sociolect (collocation)
- To create or evolve a language variety specific to a social group. — "Online communities can develop their own sociolects."
Synonyms of sociolect
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Antonyms of sociolect
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