Linguistics

- Originated in India: First analyzed language was Sanskrit Linguistlist.org: History of linguistics (March 1, 2007)
- Influential linguists include: Noam Chomsky, Friedrich Nietzsche and J.R.R. Tolkien UIC Linguistics: Famous linguists
- Also known as: Philology Merriiam-Webster Dictionary: Philology

Linguistics is a cognitive science that studies language, which includes morphology, syntax, semantics, phonology and applications such as speech therapy and translations. MIT: Linguistics
The McGurk Effect

The McGurk effect is a linguistic phenomenon first discussed by linguists Harry McGurk and John MacDonald. The theory states that understanding speech often has a visual component. That is, if something is heard without seeing the speaker's lips, it can be interpreted differently than if the speaker's lips can be seen.University of Califorina Riverside: McGurk Effect A video demonstrating the McGurk effect has been making the rounds on YouTube. YouTube video: McGurk Effect (with explanation) (Time: 1:57)

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Does anyone have any thoughs about prescriptibe versus descriptive linguistics? 1 Answer

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