language variation
[/ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ ˌvɛriˈeɪʃən/]
nounpl: language variations
variação linguística
1. differences in the use of language within a language community, including differences in pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and usage patterns
Language variation is evident when comparing how different social groups pronounce the same words.
A variação linguística é evidente quando se comparam como diferentes grupos sociais pronunciam as mesmas palavras.
2. differences in language use based on geographic region, social class, age, gender, or other demographic factors
The study of language variation helps linguists understand how communities develop distinct speech patterns.
O estudo da variação linguística ajuda linguistas a compreender como as comunidades desenvolvem padrões de fala distintos.
3. systematic differences in language features across different contexts, speakers, or time periods within the same language
Brazilian Portuguese exhibits significant language variation between urban and rural areas.
O português brasileiro exibe uma variação linguística significativa entre áreas urbanas e rurais.
Language variation is a significant topic in Brazilian sociolinguistics, where researchers study how Portuguese varies across different regions (Northeast, Southeast, South), urban versus rural communities, and social classes. In Portugal, language variation studies often focus on differences between European Portuguese and its Brazilian counterpart, reflecting historical and cultural divergence.
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