Sociology of language is a field of study that explores the relationship between language and society. Synonyms for sociology of language include language sociology, sociolinguistics, linguistic anthropology, and language and society studies. These fields all investigate the ways in which language shapes social interactions, identity, and power dynamics in a given culture or community. Language sociology and sociolinguistics often examine language use within specific social groups, while linguistic anthropology looks at how language reflects cultural norms and practices. Language and society studies focuses on language's role in shaping society as a whole, including how language is used in political and economic contexts.