What is another word for glottochronology?
Pronunciation: [ɡlˌɒtəkɹənˈɒləd͡ʒi] (IPA) 
Glottochronology is the study of the rate of change occurring in languages over time. Synonyms for the term include linguistic chronology, lexicostatistics, and the comparative method in linguistics. The concept of Glottochronology is applied through statistical methods and considers various aspects, including the similarity of vocabulary and grammar. The technique is used to understand the development of language through time, offering a useful tool for scholars in studying the history of languages. With lexicostatistics serving as an integral component of glottochronology, the comparative method in linguistics allows for the study of the relationship between different dialects and languages.
