语族
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Meaning: language family
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语族
语族 refers to a group of related languages that share a common ancestor. It is used in linguistics to categorize languages based on their historical development and structural similarities.
The character 语 (yǔ) means 'language' or 'speech,' while 族 (zú) means 'group' or 'ethnicity.' Together, they form a term that describes a linguistic family, similar to the English concept of 'language family.'
In academic and cultural contexts, 语族 is often used when discussing language classification, such as the Sino-Tibetan language family or the Indo-European language family. Understanding 语族 helps learners grasp how languages are grouped and how they evolve over time.
Example Sentences
汉语属于汉藏语族，与其他东亚语言有密切关系。
Mandarin belongs to the Sino-Tibetan language family and has close relations with other East Asian languages.
不同的语族之间可能存在语言障碍，但也能促进文化交流。
Different language families may have communication barriers, but they can also promote cultural exchange.