Cross-cultural Studies: Cross-cultural studies involve comparing different cultures to identify similarities and differences in various aspects such as language acquisition, behavior, and social norms.
Linguistic Relativity: Linguistic relativity is the idea that the structure of a language influences the perception and cognition of its speakers. It suggests that different languages shape how individuals think about the world around them.
Sociolinguistics: Sociolinguistics is a field of study that examines how language varies and changes within social groups. It explores how factors like ethnicity, class, gender, and geography influence language use and acquisition.