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102: The science and fiction of Sapir-Whorf

Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics

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Language and Thought: The Grammatical Gender Debate

This chapter explores the concept of grammatical gender in languages like German and French and its influence on perception, supported by experimental findings and discussions around the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis. It highlights both the excitement and challenges of replicating studies related to linguistic relativity, especially concerning spatial awareness. By examining contrasting navigation strategies across languages, the chapter reveals the complex relationships between language structure, cultural stereotypes, and cognitive processes.

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