Language theory

Language theory studies how languages are structured and understood. It explores the rules and patterns that govern words, sentences, and meanings, aiming to uncover the underlying system that allows humans to communicate. This includes syntax (sentence structure), semantics (meaning), and phonetics (sounds). By analyzing language formally, researchers develop models to explain how language is learned, processed, and generated by the brain, helping improve language understanding in technology like artificial intelligence and enhancing linguistic knowledge across different languages and dialects.