generative syntax

Generative syntax is a branch of linguistic theory that explains how humans produce and understand an infinite variety of sentences using a set of underlying rules. It suggests that our brains have an innate "blueprint" for constructing grammatically correct sentences, allowing us to combine words and phrases in meaningful ways. This approach helps linguists understand the structure of language by identifying the patterns and rules that generate all possible sentences in a language, revealing the implicit knowledge we have about syntax that guides both speaking and comprehension.