TEXT LINGUISTICS IS A KIND OF UMBRELLA DISCIPLINE?

Text linguistics is a branch of linguistics that focuses on texts as intricate structures, considering how different elements within texts operate together to create meaning. This paper elucidates what text linguistics entails. First, we introduce the core concepts and significance of text linguistics. In the methods section, we outline prevalent methodologies utilized in text linguistic analysis. The results section explains specific findings from applying these methodologies, emphasizing how they enhance our understanding of textual structures. The discussion concludes by connecting these findings to larger implications for linguistics and related disciplines.