What do you mean by phonology?
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A.
A branch of liguistics that deals with sentence structure.
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B.
A branch of liguistics that deals with the systems of sounds.
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C.
A branch of liguistics that deals with words and their origin.
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D.
A branch of liguistics that deals with language.
Correct Answer:
B. A branch of liguistics that deals with the systems of sounds.
Explanation:
The correct answer is A branch of linguistics that deals with the systems of sounds. Phonology is the specific area of linguistic study focused on how sounds are organized and used within a particular language. It examines the patterns and rules governing speech sounds, which distinguishes it from morphology (word structure), syntax (sentence structure), and etymology (word origins). Therefore, phonology is defined by its focus on sound systems.
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