Cognitive Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
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ISBN: 9781337408271
Author: Goldstein, E. Bruce.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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Human language consists of different symbols, sounds, letters, words, etc., which are combined to form meaningful sentences based on certain rules, and is used to communicate with one another in the expressive and written ways.

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Language allows human beings to communicate with each other as it is based on certain logical rules which combine different sounds, symbols, letter, and words to form sensible sentences. All cultures around the world have their own unique language. Language allows one to communicate effectively by using unique and meaningful sentences with structures based on hierarchy and rules.

The hierarchical nature of language states that smaller units are combined to form larger units. For instance, letters are combined to create words, words are combined to create sentences, and so on. Thus, it follows a hierarchical structure. Secondly, language is also based on rules, which suggests that these units cannot be combined randomly; rather, they follow certain rules in order for the sentences to make sense. For instance, “I would like some water” is a rule-based sentence, whereas, “water like some I would” does not make sense.

When these two elements are combined together, it creates a more structured language, which allows easy and meaningful expression of thoughts and feelings.

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