Folk linguistics

Folk linguistics consists of statements, beliefs, or practices concerning language which are based on uninformed speculation rather than based on the scientific method, which characterizes the modern field of linguistics. Folk linguistics sometimes arises when scientific conclusions about language come off as counterintuitive to native speakers.[1][2] However, folk linguistics may also be motivated by confirmation bias, prejudice, ideology,[1] or nationalism.[2]

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