What is another word for object language?
Pronunciation: [ˈɒbd͡ʒɛkt lˈaŋɡwɪd͡ʒ] (IPA) 
"Object language" refers to the language that is being studied, analyzed, or discussed. Synonyms for this term include "target language," "source language," "primary language," or simply "the language in question." If one were to study the object language of Spanish, for example, they may refer to it as the target language they are analyzing. Similarly, if compared to another language, the object language may be referred to as the source language, as it serves as the basis for comparison. No matter the terminology used, the understanding and analysis of the object language are essential in language study and analysis.
