Pronunciation: [fˌɪləlˈɒd͡ʒɪkə͡l] (IPA) 
Philological is a nine-letter word that refers to the study of language and its history. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /fɪləˈlɒdʒɪkəl/. The first syllable is pronounced as "fil" with a short "i" sound, followed by the "ə" or schwa sound. The second syllable is represented by "lo" with a short "o" sound, while the third syllable "gi" has a soft "g" sound. The fourth syllable is "cal" with a short "a" sound.
Philological is an adjective used to describe anything related to the study of language and literature. It is derived from the Greek word "philologia", which is a combination of "philos" (meaning love) and "logos" (meaning word or study). The term broadly encompasses an interdisciplinary approach that combines elements of linguistics, literary criticism, and historical research.
A philological study involves analyzing texts, literature, and written records to understand their linguistic, historical, and cultural significance. This field of study is interested in the origin, development, and evolution of languages, as well as the interpretation and deciphering of ancient scripts and documents. Philological research often includes examining manuscripts, comparing different versions of texts, and exploring linguistic features such as grammar, syntax, and vocabulary.
Furthermore, philological examination involves a thorough investigation of literary works to uncover their intended meanings, symbolism, and historical context. Etymology, the study of word origins, is also an important aspect of philology. By tracing the history and evolution of words, philologists gain insights into the development of languages and their connections to other languages.
Overall, the term "philological" refers to the scholarly pursuit of understanding languages, texts, and their cultural contexts through comprehensive research, analysis, and interpretation techniques.
Pert. to or connected with philology.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "philological" derives from the Greek terms "philos", meaning "loving" or "fond of", and "logos", meaning "word", "speech", or "study". These Greek roots combine to form "philologia", which translates to "love of words" or "love of learning". From there, the word entered Latin as "philologia" before eventually evolving into "philological" in English. The term is typically used to refer to the study of language, literature, and their historical development.
