Definition

Relating to how words or sounds are arranged in a sequence to create meaning in language.

Example

In linguistics, the syntagmatic relationship between words helps to form coherent sentences.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how syntagmatic relationships work in language?

Not really, but it sounds interesting!

Yeah, it's cool to see how words fit together in a sentence.

Definitely! Understanding that makes learning a language more fun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Syntagmatic → It is formed from "syn-" (meaning together) and "tagma" (from Greek, meaning arrangement or order). The word refers to elements that are arranged together in a specific order, particularly in linguistics.

Memory Tip

Think of elements being 'arranged together' — 'syn-' means together, and 'tagma' refers to arrangement. This helps you remember that 'syntagmatic' relates to how things are organized in a sequence.

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