The social correlates and language variation

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This book series introduces learners to the fundamentals of sociolinguistics through three volumes. The first volume focuses on sociolinguistic variation, exploring the motivations behind language variation and the various linguistic levels where it occurs, including lexical, phonological, morphological, and syntactic aspects. The second volume addresses the outcomes of multilingualism and language contact, introducing key concepts such as linguistic repertoire, code-switching, pidgins, creoles, diglossia, and language shift. The third volume examines the social correlates of language variation, including factors like social class, gender, networks, and communities of practice (CoP), while also discussing linguistic politeness and ethnolinguistic vitality. The series features illustrations and graphics to aid comprehension, exercises after each section, keyword explanations, and a theme-based structure. It is designed to present concepts in a jargon-free manner, making it accessible for beginners. Key topics covered include sociolinguistic variation, language choice, regional and social dialects, and various forms of language interaction. This zero-level course is tailored for learners with no prior background in linguistics or sociolinguistics.