swahili [noun]

Isimujamii

Maana (Definition)

The academic study of how language functions within social structures and contexts.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sociolinguistics / social language study

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

lugha ya jamii

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Academic Term

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mwanafunzi alisomea isimujamii ili kuelewa lahaja za pwani."

Translation: The student studied sociolinguistics to understand coastal dialects.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

elimu ya lugha