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The study of language at a specific point in time is called _____.

ADiachronic

BSynchronic

CSemantic

DPragmatic

Answer:

B. Synchronic

Read Explanation:

  • Synchronic linguistics studies a language at a specific point in time, usually focusing on its current structure and usage, without considering historical development or changes over time.

  • It contrasts with diachronic linguistics, which studies the historical development and evolution of a language.


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