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The emergence of cognitive sociolinguistics

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posted on 2023-06-08, 22:27 authored by Martin Pütz, Justyna RobinsonJustyna Robinson, Monika Reif
This paper explores the contexts of emergence and application of Cognitive Sociolinguistics. This novel field of scientific enquiry draws on the convergence of methods and theoretical frameworks typically associated with Cognitive Linguistics and Sociolinguistics. Here, we trace and systematize the key theoretical and epistemological bases for the emergence of Cognitive Sociolinguistics, by outlining main research strands and highlighting some challenges that face the development of this field. More specifically, we focus on the following terms and concepts which are foundational to the discussion of Cognitive Sociolinguistics: (i) usage-based linguistics and language-internal variation; (ii) rule-based vs. usage-based conceptions of language; (iii) meaning variation; (iv) categorization and prototypes; and (v) the interplay between language, culture, and ideology. Finally, we consider the benefits of taking a Cognitive Sociolinguistic perspective in research by looking at the actual studies that are presented in the current volume.

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Publication status

  • Published

Publisher

John Benjamins

Issue

59

Page range

1-22

Pages

219.0

Book title

Cognitive sociolinguistics: social and cultural variation in cognition and language use.

Place of publication

Amsterdam/Philadelphia.

ISBN

9789027202789

Series

Benjamins current topics

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  • English Publications

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  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2015-09-10

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