Cognitive linguistics
Cognitive Linguistics
Cognitive Linguistics (pronunciation: /kɒɡˈnɪtɪv ˈlɪŋɡwɪstɪks/) is a branch of Linguistics that focuses on the relationship between language and the human mind. It is a contemporary approach to the study of language that emerged in the late 20th century.
Etymology
The term "Cognitive Linguistics" is derived from the Latin word "cognitio" meaning "knowledge" or "cognition", and the Greek word "linguistikos" meaning "of language". It was first used in the late 1970s to describe a new approach to language study that emphasized the role of mental processes in understanding and producing language.
Related Terms
- Semantics: The study of meaning in language.
- Syntax: The study of the rules for the formation of grammatical sentences in a language.
- Phonetics: The study of the physical sounds of human speech.
- Pragmatics: The study of how context influences the interpretation of meaning.
- Psycholinguistics: The study of how language is processed in the brain.
Overview
Cognitive Linguistics proposes that language is an integral part of cognition and that it is closely tied to human perception and experience. It argues that our understanding of language is shaped by our bodily experiences and the cultural context in which we live.
Cognitive Linguistics differs from other branches of linguistics in that it does not view language as an autonomous cognitive faculty but rather as a part of general cognitive processes such as memory, attention, and perception. It also emphasizes the social and cultural aspects of language use.
Cognitive Linguistics is interdisciplinary in nature and draws on insights from fields such as Psychology, Neuroscience, and Anthropology. It has made significant contributions to our understanding of metaphor, categorization, and conceptualization.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cognitive linguistics
- Wikipedia's article - Cognitive linguistics
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