linguistic realtivity
Linguistic relativity, also known as the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, is the idea that the language we speak influences and shapes the way we perceive and think about the world. It suggests that the structure and vocabulary of a language can influence our thoughts, emotions, and even our perception of reality.
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