Language and Linguistics

Scope & Guideline

Bridging Theory and Practice in Linguistic Research

Introduction

Explore the comprehensive scope of Language and Linguistics through our detailed guidelines, including its aims and scope. Stay updated with trending and emerging topics, and delve into declining areas to understand shifts in academic interest. Our guidelines also showcase highly cited topics, featuring influential research making a significant impact. Additionally, discover the latest published papers and those with high citation counts, offering a snapshot of current scholarly conversations. Use these guidelines to explore Language and Linguistics in depth and align your research initiatives with current academic trends.
LanguageMulti-Language
ISSN1606-822x
PublisherACAD SINICA, INST LINGUISTICS
Support Open AccessNo
CountryTaiwan
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2008 to 2024
AbbreviationLANG LINGUIST-TAIWAN / Lang. Linguist.
Frequency4 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressNO 130, SEC 2, ACADEMIA RD, TAIPEI 11529, TAIWAN

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Language and Linguistics' focuses on a wide range of linguistic research, emphasizing the structural, semantic, and pragmatic aspects of language, particularly within East Asian languages. It aims to contribute to the understanding of linguistic phenomena through diverse methodologies, including empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, and cross-linguistic comparisons.
  1. Structural Analysis of Languages:
    The journal consistently publishes papers that analyze the syntactic and morphological structures of various languages, particularly Mandarin, Tibetan, and other East Asian languages, contributing to the field of comparative linguistics.
  2. Semantic and Pragmatic Studies:
    A significant focus is placed on the semantics and pragmatics of language use, including the examination of modal expressions, evidentiality, and discourse markers, which enhances the understanding of meaning in context.
  3. Historical Linguistics and Language Change:
    Research on diachronic aspects, including the evolution of grammatical structures and phonological changes over time, is a core area, providing insights into the historical development of languages.
  4. Typological and Comparative Linguistics:
    The journal emphasizes typological studies that compare linguistic features across languages, particularly within the Sino-Tibetan language family and East Asian languages, fostering a deeper understanding of linguistic diversity.
  5. Cultural and Contextual Language Use:
    Papers often explore the intersection of language with culture, examining how linguistic practices are influenced by social and contextual factors, which is crucial for understanding language in its real-world applications.
Recent publications in 'Language and Linguistics' indicate a shift towards several emerging themes that reflect contemporary issues and methodologies in the field. These trends highlight the journal's responsiveness to the evolving landscape of linguistic research.
  1. Cross-Linguistic Pragmatics:
    There is a growing interest in pragmatics across different languages, particularly in how contextual factors influence meaning and usage, which is crucial for understanding communication in multilingual contexts.
  2. Cognitive Linguistics:
    An emerging trend is the application of cognitive approaches to language, exploring how mental processes shape linguistic structures and usage, indicating a shift towards interdisciplinary research that connects linguistics with psychology.
  3. Grammaticalization and Language Change:
    Increased attention is being given to grammaticalization processes, particularly in how languages evolve over time, reflecting a broader interest in historical linguistics and the mechanisms of language change.
  4. Empirical and Experimental Methods:
    There is a noticeable rise in studies employing empirical and experimental methodologies, including corpus-based analyses and psycholinguistic experiments, which provide robust data to support theoretical claims.
  5. Language and Identity:
    Research exploring the relationship between language and identity, including how language reflects and constructs social identities, is gaining traction, emphasizing the socio-cultural dimensions of linguistic study.

Declining or Waning

While 'Language and Linguistics' continues to evolve, certain themes have shown a decline in prominence over recent years. These waning themes suggest a shift in focus towards more contemporary issues and methodologies in linguistic research.
  1. Traditional Grammar Frameworks:
    Research grounded strictly in traditional grammatical frameworks appears to be declining, as newer studies increasingly adopt more dynamic and interdisciplinary approaches to understanding language.
  2. Descriptive Studies of Less Common Languages:
    Although some descriptive studies of less common languages were previously featured, there has been a noticeable reduction in such publications, possibly due to a shift towards more widely spoken languages and comparative analyses.
  3. Phonetic and Phonological Detail Studies:
    There has been a decrease in the number of papers focusing solely on detailed phonetic and phonological analyses without broader implications or connections to semantic or syntactic studies, indicating a trend towards integrative research.
  4. Static Language Models:
    Research that relies on static models of language without considering the dynamic and evolving nature of linguistic usage is becoming less frequent, as scholars increasingly recognize the importance of context and change.

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