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#426 – Edward Gibson: Human Language, Psycholinguistics, Syntax, Grammar & LLMs

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Exploring Syntax and Grammar

This chapter examines the foundations of syntax and grammar, focusing on phrase structure and dependency grammar as key concepts in understanding human language complexity. It details the evolution of linguistic theories, notably Chomsky's contributions, and explores how these theories impact language acquisition and processing. The discussion also compares different grammatical frameworks, highlighting their strengths and limitations in analyzing language structures.

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