Sapir-Whorf hypothesis

The Verbal Compass: How Rivers Define Direction

Forget North and South. For speakers of some languages, the entire world is oriented not by a magnetic pole, but…

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How to Own Without ‘Have’: The Be-Languages

In languages like English, you 'have' a book. But in Russian, Irish, or Turkish, you would say "to me there…

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Beyond Nominative: 10 Coolest Grammatical Cases

If you think cases are just for Latin or German, think again. This listicle dives into ten of the most…

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The Accent Ceiling: Does Your Voice Limit Your Pay?

Beyond the glass ceiling lies a more subtle barrier: the accent ceiling. Sociolinguistic and economic research reveals how subconscious bias…

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Does Language Make You Better at Math?

Why do children in some countries seem to learn arithmetic faster? The answer may lie not in their schools, but…

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My Hand, My Self: Inalienable Grammar

In English, you can talk about "a hand" as a detached object. But in many languages, the rules of grammar…

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How Do We Name a Hurricane?

Ever wondered why storms are named Katrina or Ian, and not Kevin? The process is a fascinating blend of history,…

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Can You Think Without Language?

Can thought exist without the words we use to frame it? This profound question explores the core of consciousness, examining…

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The Cuttlefish’s Skin: A Visual Language?

Cuttlefish skin is a canvas of mesmerizing, rapid-fire patterns. But is this complex display merely sophisticated camouflage, or could it…

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A Thousand Grains of Rice: The World of Classifiers

Why can you say "three dogs" in English, but speakers of Chinese, Japanese, and Mayan languages must use a special…

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