1. Ferdinand de Saussure and Linguistics
Ferdinand de Saussure was a Swiss linguist, whose innovative ideas paved the way for numerous key developments in modern linguistic theory. ... Traditional conventions of spelling and grammar are commonly ignored in conversation; new terms are constantly being formulated, and unconventional ways of forming sentences have developed which stray from formal grammar, but have gained their own unique meanings and uses. ... Through Saussure's innovative analysis of human speech, we can broaden our own perspectives. ...
- Word Count: 862
- Approx Pages: 3
- Grade Level: Undergraduate