Language & Culture

Can AI Understand a Poem?

An AI can write a surprisingly convincing poem, but can it truly understand one? We explore the immense linguistic and…

5 months ago

Why Do We ‘Talk’ With Our Hands?

Ever wonder why you gesture on the phone, even when no one can see you? It turns out that 'talking'…

5 months ago

RTO vs. WFH: The Linguistic Divide

The corporate tug-of-war over returning to the office isn't just about location; it's a fundamental clash of communication styles. While…

5 months ago

The Body’s Compass: Reading Legs & Feet

While we consciously control our facial expressions, our legs and feet often reveal the truth of our intentions. Rooted in…

5 months ago

Diplomatic Language: Say More, Risk Less

Delve into the subtle art of diplomatic communication, where carefully chosen words can de-escalate conflict and build powerful alliances. This…

5 months ago

The Telephone’s Missing Body Language

When Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone, he inadvertently stripped conversation of its most fundamental element: body language. In response,…

5 months ago

The Anti-Language of Power: What Is Gobbledygook?

This dense, evasive prose, known as gobbledygook, is more than just bad writing; it's a sophisticated "anti-language" designed to obscure…

5 months ago

The Body’s Betrayal: When Gestures Are False Friends

You know about 'false friends' in language, but what about in gestures? That innocent 'thumbs-up' or 'A-OK' sign could be…

5 months ago

Pragmatic Traps: The Cultural Side of False Friends

We all know about "false friends"—words that look similar but mean different things. But what about words that are perfect…

5 months ago

Echoes in the Dark: The Linguistics of Coincidence

Why do Japanese arigatō and Portuguese obrigado sound so similar? While it's tempting to invent a story of ancient contact,…

5 months ago

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