Exam 1 Flashcards
Using gestures, writing, or speaking by using arbitrary rules and structure that is used to convey meaning; used in a particular community or country
Language
Thinking through an idea or listening to others and understanding what they are saying or asking us to do
Receptive language
What are the 2 forms of receptive language?
Listening or reading
When we decide what we want to say then actually speak, sign, or write it
Expressive language
What are the 5 components of language?
Syntax, semantics, phonology, morphology, pragmatics
Rules for putting words together in complex arrangements
Syntax
What is an example of syntax?
Grammar, form, structure
Use of vocabulary to construct ideas through relationships between words; component of language to convey meaning
Semantics
What is an example of semantics?
Vocabulary
The ability to use language as a social vehicle for establishing and maintaining relationships with others.
Pragmatics
Small units of meaning; Example: -s, -es, -ed, -ing
Morphology
The study of speech sounds and the rules that determine how sounds can be sequenced into syllables and words in a language
Phonology
Impaired comprehension and/or use of spoken, written and/or other symbol systems; impairment/disruption of the 5 components of language
Language disorder
What are some causes/reasons for language disorders?
Environment, brain injury, cognitive issues, hearing impairments, low APGAR, substance abuse
Using coordination of respiration, phonation, resonation, and articulation to produce sound; oral expression of language
Speech
