= Transparency (linguistic)
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In linguistics, "transparency" refers to the clarity and directness with which linguistic structures, such as words, phrases, or grammatical constructions, convey meaning. A transparent linguistic expression is one where the relationship between form and meaning is straightforward and easy to understand. This concept can apply to various levels of language, including phonetics, morphology, syntax, and semantics. For example: 1. **Phonetic Transparency**: This may refer to the clarity of sounds in speech.
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