Master the fundamentals of language with this accessible guide to functionalist linguistics. Discover how meaning is truly formed through use and experience, offering a holistic perspective beyond just sentence structure. Covering phonetics, phonology, syntax, semantics, psycholinguistics, and sociolinguistics, this resource is ideal for students new to language studies. Packed with examples, it’s an essential read for aspiring language arts teachers in India and anyone seeking an intuitive understanding of language acquisition and change.