Language Analysis: Methods and Approaches

Understanding the framework: Pay attention to various aspects of language such as phonetics, semantics, syntax, and discourse. Understanding the different methods of language analysis is key in answering questions.
Contextual Factors: Context plays a major role in the way language is used in different texts. Consider factors such as the time period, geographical location, and the audience it’s intended for.
Discourse Structure: Evaluate how ideas are organised and connected, including how conversations and arguments are structured within the text.
Semantic Field Theory: A tool for analysing text, it looks at the connotations of words and how they work together to convey a particular theme or concept.
Pragmatics: This method of analysis helps to understand the implied meanings, how participants in a conversation use and understand statements, and the effect of context on language use.
Lexical Choices: Evaluate the use of specific words and how they contribute to the overall message or tone of the text.
Grammatical Features: Look at the use of tense, word order, punctuation, and other grammar details that can provide insights into the communicator’s intention or the text’s effect on its audience.
Phonological Features: Examine the sound, rhythm, and intonation patterns used in spoken interactions or represented in a written text.
Multi-modal Analysis: Nowadays, texts may include non-verbal elements such as images, sounds, and video. It is important to consider all modes of communication and how they interact with the verbal language.
Comparative Analysis: Instead of analysing texts in isolation, compare different texts or examples from the same text to identify and understand variations and patterns.
Different Perspectives: Be open to analysing language from various perspectives - a sociolinguistic view (how language varies between groups), psycholinguistic view (how individuals process and use language), or a historical view (how language has evolved over time).
Research Methods : Be familiar with observational and experimental methods, including surveys, interviews, questionnaires, and case studies. These can be used for gathering and analysing data about language use.
Finally, focus on practise and continuous evaluation. Reading and analysing a variety of texts helps to apply and refine your skills in language analysis. Look for quizzes and practise problems to constantly test and perfect your understanding.