A scientific study of language is based on what the linguist thinks.

Phonetics is different from phonology in that the latter studies the combinations of the sounds to convey meaning in communication.

Linguistics

Language is a system of a（）vocal symbols used for human communication.

Modern linguistics is mostly prescriptive, but sometimes descriptive.

Langue refers to the a（）linguistic system shared by all the members of a speech community while the parole is the concrete use of the conventions and application of the rules.

Language

Linguistics is generally defined as the s（）study of language.

General linguistics, which relates itself to the research of other areas, studies the basic concepts, theories, descriptions, models and methods applicable in any linguistic study.

Human capacity for language has a g（）basis, but the details of language have to be taught and learned.