Metalinguistic

usgb/ˌmɛtəˈlɪŋɡwɪstɪk/
adjective

Relating to the awareness and analysis of one’s own language and its structure.

Students develop metalinguistic skills when they learn to think about how language works.
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metalinguistic awareness,metalinguistic competence,metalinguistic reflection

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Understanding Context

Recognizing how metalinguistic awareness can improve language learning.

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'She used metalinguistic analysis to understand different dialects.'
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Applying in Education

Metalinguistic skills can support bilingual education efforts.

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'This course focuses on enhancing metalinguistic skills for better reading comprehension.'
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Language and Thought

Metalinguistic reflection helps connect language with cognitive processes.

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'His metalinguistic reflections allowed him to grasp complex grammar rules simply.'
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