These should be the most basic topics in the field--topics about which we'd like to have articles soon. Please see
the most basic encyclopedia article topics for general instructions on constructing this list, and consult
complete list of encyclopedia topics.
What are the basic questions asked in linguistics?
- What is language?
- How did it/does it evolve?
(The answers are not necessarily basic or easy to understand.)
What basic concepts / terms do I have to know to talk about linguistics?
When were the basic concepts first described and by whom?
- Influence of ancient Sanscrit grammarians?
People who had a significant influence on the development of the field