Linguistic Performance refers to an individual's actual use of language in concrete situations. It encompasses how people produce and comprehend spoken or written language in real-time, reflecting their language skills, fluency, and ability to communicate effectively. This concept is often contrasted with linguistic competence, which is the idealized knowledge of a language that a person possesses. Factors influencing linguistic performance include cognitive processes, social context, and emotional state. For example, a person's ability to articulate thoughts may vary depending on their familiarity with the topic or the audience's expectations. Understanding linguistic performance helps researchers analyze language use in everyday interactions.