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Semantics, from which semantic barriers to communication take their n…

Semantics, from which semantic barriers to communication take their name, is the branch of ______ dealing with the meaning of words and sentences.

Answer & explanation

Correct answer: option 4

The correct answer is Option (4) → linguistics

Semantics is the branch of linguistics that deals with the meaning of words and sentences. Semantic barriers are problems in putting a message into words and reading it back, so they take their name from semantics.

NCERT (2026-27 Edition): “Semantic barriers: Semantics is the branch of linguistics dealing with the meaning of words and sentences. Semantic barriers are concerned with problems and obstructions in the process of encoding and decoding of message into words or impressions. Normally, such barriers result on account of use of wrong words, faulty translations, different interpretations, etc. These are discussed below:
(i) Badly expressed message: Some times intended meaning may not be conveyed by a manager to his subordinates. These badly expressed messages may be an account of inadequate vocabulary, usage of wrong words, omission of needed words, etc.”