The distinction between competence and performance was proposed by F. de Saussure.

General linguistics, which relates itself to the research of other areas, studies the basic concepts, theories, descriptions, models and methods applicable in any linguistic study.

Language is p（）in that it makes possible the construction and interpretation of new signals by its users. In other words, they can produce and understand an infinitely large number of sentences which they have never heard before.

Modern linguistics is different from traditional grammar.

Langue refers to the a（）linguistic system shared by all the members of a speech community while the parole is the concrete use of the conventions and application of the rules.

Syntax

Modern linguistics regards the written language as primary, not the written language.

Phonetics is different from phonology in that the latter studies the combinations of the sounds to convey meaning in communication.

P （）refers to the realization of langue in actual use.

The discipline that studies the rules governing the formation of words into permissible sentences in languages is called s（）