An introduction to Linguistics By Mian M Saif ul Haq - Famous

An Introduction to Linguistics (Revised Edition)

Author(s): Mian M. Saif-ul-Haq, Dr. Muhammad Iqbal Butt, Muhammad Ehtsham, Famida Nazir
Binding: Paperback
Paper Quality: Standard Off-White / Cream Book Paper
Category: Linguistics, English Language, Applied Linguistics
Recommended For: BS English, BS Applied Linguistics, BS English Literature, Competitive exam students, educators, and anyone beginning the study of linguistics.

Key Points 

1. Introduction to Linguistics
   Provides a clear and simple overview of linguistics, suitable for beginners and undergraduate students.

2. Phonetics & Phonology
   Covers the structure of sounds in English and other languages, including basic phonetic transcription.

3. Morphology
   Explains how words are formed, morpheme classification, and word-formation processes.

4. Syntax
   Introduces sentence structure, phrase types, grammatical rules, and transformational grammar.

5. Semantics & Pragmatics
   Helps students understand how meaning is constructed and interpreted in different contexts.

6. Sociolinguistics
   Discusses language variation, dialects, accents, and factors influencing language use in society.

7. Psycholinguistics
   Covers language acquisition, comprehension, and how the brain processes language.

8. Applied Linguistics
   Explains language teaching methods, language testing, and real-world applications of linguistics.

9. Easy Explanations & Examples
   The book uses simple language and clear examples, making it easy for Pakistani students.

10. Revision-Friendly Layout
    Short chapters, headings, summaries, and MCQs help students prepare for exams efficiently.