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The emergence of cognitive sociolinguistics: an introduction
journal contribution
posted on 2023-06-08, 12:38 authored by Martin Pütz, Justyna RobinsonJustyna Robinson, Monika ReifThis 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.
History
Publication status
- Published
Journal
Review of Cognitive LinguisticsISSN
1877-9751Publisher
John Benjamins PublishingExternal DOI
Issue
2Volume
10Page range
241-263Department affiliated with
- English Publications
Full text available
- No
Peer reviewed?
- Yes