Definitions
- Referring to a system of communication used by a particular country or community. - Talking about the ability to communicate using words, gestures, or symbols. - Describing a particular style or manner of expression in writing or speech.
- Referring to the muscle in the mouth that is used for tasting, swallowing, and speaking. - Talking about a particular language spoken by a person or community. - Describing a way of speaking that is characteristic of a particular region or social group.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to forms of communication.
- 2Both can be used to express thoughts, ideas, and emotions.
- 3Both can vary depending on the speaker or community.
- 4Both can be learned and developed over time.
- 5Both can be written or spoken.
What is the difference?
- 1Physicality: Language refers to a system of communication, while tongue refers to a physical organ in the mouth.
- 2Scope: Language can encompass multiple dialects, accents, and variations, while tongue typically refers to a specific language or way of speaking.
- 3Formality: Language is more formal and academic, while tongue is more colloquial and informal.
- 4Usage: Language is used more broadly in everyday language, while tongue is less common and often used in specific contexts.
- 5Connotation: Language is neutral in connotation, while tongue can have positive or negative connotations depending on the context.
Remember this!
Language and tongue are both related to communication but differ in their scope, formality, and usage. Language refers to a system of communication used by a particular country or community, while tongue typically refers to a specific language or way of speaking. Language is more formal and academic, while tongue is more colloquial and informal.
