Chapters 1 & 2
•Download as PPTX, PDF•
0 likes•93 views
The document discusses several proposed sources for the origins of human language: 1) The divine source - Some religions believe language was given by God. 2) The natural sound source - Early humans imitated environmental sounds which evolved into words. 3) The social interaction source - Language emerged from sounds used in social interactions and tasks. 4) The physical adaptation source - Human physical features support speech production. 5) The tool-making source - The ability to use tools may be connected to the development of language in the brain. 6) The genetic source - Humans have an innate capacity for language due to genetic factors.
Report
Share
Report
Share
Recommended
Chapters 1 & 2 11
The document discusses several proposed sources for the origins of human language:
1) The divine source - Some religions believe language was God-given. Experiments found not all children would speak the original language.
2) The natural sound source - Early humans imitated environmental sounds that evolved into words through onomatopoeia.
3) The social interaction source - Sounds made during social interactions and tasks could have been the basis for language.
4) Physical adaptation allowed for speech production in humans. The evolution of tool-making and object manipulation may have connected to language development in the brain.
5) A genetic mutation could have given humans an innate language capacity not found in other species. While the roots are uncertain,
Thinking about language
Language is a system of communication through vocal signs that humans use intentionally. It is a system with patterns and rules that allow humans to be creative with language and form new sentences. Language functions through contrasts between elements and humans are born with an inherent ability to learn and use language.
Characteristics of Language
This document outlines 6 key characteristics of human language:
1. Productivity/creativity - Humans can talk about topics that are displaced in time or existence through language.
2. Cultural transmission - Language is culturally transmitted from one generation to the next, rather than through heredity.
3. Displacement - Human language can refer to past, future, intangible concepts through words.
4. Arbitrariness - There is no natural relationship between the form of a word and its meaning.
5. Duality - Language operates on a physical sound level and conceptual meaning level simultaneously.
6. Discreetness - Human sounds that make up words can be separated from one
Human Language vs Animal Communication
This document discusses several key properties of human language and compares it to communication systems in animals. It notes that human language allows for references to past, present and future, has arbitrary connections between forms and meanings, and has an infinite potential number of utterances due to its productivity. It also discusses the discreteness and duality of language. The document then provides examples of bird calls and songs, primate communication using gestures, and characteristics of animal communication systems like their signals having set responses and functions, lack of creativity, and transmission without change across generations.
CASTELLAN LANGUAGES
The document discusses the differences between human and animal communication. It notes that while animals emit sounds and expressions to communicate, human language possesses seven unique characteristics, including using grammar, communicating new ideas, and being passed down between generations. However, some primate studies have found that they share some human language traits. Overall, human language allows people to relate grammatical units to form an infinite number of understood sentences and ideas. For language to exist there must be physiological, grammatical, and semantic factors, including relating sounds to shared meanings between speakers.
Human language
This document compares human language and animal communication. It outlines the key characteristics of human language, including its social, learned, rule-based, and creative nature. It then discusses animal communication, describing the basic components of signaller, receiver, signal, and channels. It provides examples of different types of animal communication including visual signals like honeybee dances, auditory calls, and chemical signals like pheromones. The document notes that while animal communication conveys information, human language has significant qualities like arbitrariness of meaning and infinite creativity that are not present in animal communication systems.
What is a language [autosaved]
Linguistics is the science of language(s) and is generally a descriptive rather than prescriptive discipline. It can be studied theoretically or appliedly. Language is a major attribute distinguishing humans from other animals and involves characteristics like displacement, arbitrariness, productivity, cultural transmission, duality, and being rooted in brain evolution.
Theories Of The Origins Of Language By Rabia
There are several theories about the origins of human language:
1) Onomatopoeic theories propose that early sounds imitated environmental noises like animal calls.
2) Instinctive sound theories suggest language emerged from instinctive noises people made.
3) Symbolism theories postulate language developed from reacting to one's surroundings.
4) Physical need theories claim communal grunts from tasks evolved into chants.
5) Romantic theories argue language originated from the romantic aspects of human life.
Scientific approaches study language formation through glossogenetics and paleontological evidence. Comparisons of ancient human fossils show physiological capacity for speech in early humans.
Recommended
Chapters 1 & 2 11
The document discusses several proposed sources for the origins of human language:
1) The divine source - Some religions believe language was God-given. Experiments found not all children would speak the original language.
2) The natural sound source - Early humans imitated environmental sounds that evolved into words through onomatopoeia.
3) The social interaction source - Sounds made during social interactions and tasks could have been the basis for language.
4) Physical adaptation allowed for speech production in humans. The evolution of tool-making and object manipulation may have connected to language development in the brain.
5) A genetic mutation could have given humans an innate language capacity not found in other species. While the roots are uncertain,
Thinking about language
Language is a system of communication through vocal signs that humans use intentionally. It is a system with patterns and rules that allow humans to be creative with language and form new sentences. Language functions through contrasts between elements and humans are born with an inherent ability to learn and use language.
Characteristics of Language
This document outlines 6 key characteristics of human language:
1. Productivity/creativity - Humans can talk about topics that are displaced in time or existence through language.
2. Cultural transmission - Language is culturally transmitted from one generation to the next, rather than through heredity.
3. Displacement - Human language can refer to past, future, intangible concepts through words.
4. Arbitrariness - There is no natural relationship between the form of a word and its meaning.
5. Duality - Language operates on a physical sound level and conceptual meaning level simultaneously.
6. Discreetness - Human sounds that make up words can be separated from one
Human Language vs Animal Communication
This document discusses several key properties of human language and compares it to communication systems in animals. It notes that human language allows for references to past, present and future, has arbitrary connections between forms and meanings, and has an infinite potential number of utterances due to its productivity. It also discusses the discreteness and duality of language. The document then provides examples of bird calls and songs, primate communication using gestures, and characteristics of animal communication systems like their signals having set responses and functions, lack of creativity, and transmission without change across generations.
CASTELLAN LANGUAGES
The document discusses the differences between human and animal communication. It notes that while animals emit sounds and expressions to communicate, human language possesses seven unique characteristics, including using grammar, communicating new ideas, and being passed down between generations. However, some primate studies have found that they share some human language traits. Overall, human language allows people to relate grammatical units to form an infinite number of understood sentences and ideas. For language to exist there must be physiological, grammatical, and semantic factors, including relating sounds to shared meanings between speakers.
Human language
This document compares human language and animal communication. It outlines the key characteristics of human language, including its social, learned, rule-based, and creative nature. It then discusses animal communication, describing the basic components of signaller, receiver, signal, and channels. It provides examples of different types of animal communication including visual signals like honeybee dances, auditory calls, and chemical signals like pheromones. The document notes that while animal communication conveys information, human language has significant qualities like arbitrariness of meaning and infinite creativity that are not present in animal communication systems.
What is a language [autosaved]
Linguistics is the science of language(s) and is generally a descriptive rather than prescriptive discipline. It can be studied theoretically or appliedly. Language is a major attribute distinguishing humans from other animals and involves characteristics like displacement, arbitrariness, productivity, cultural transmission, duality, and being rooted in brain evolution.
Theories Of The Origins Of Language By Rabia
There are several theories about the origins of human language:
1) Onomatopoeic theories propose that early sounds imitated environmental noises like animal calls.
2) Instinctive sound theories suggest language emerged from instinctive noises people made.
3) Symbolism theories postulate language developed from reacting to one's surroundings.
4) Physical need theories claim communal grunts from tasks evolved into chants.
5) Romantic theories argue language originated from the romantic aspects of human life.
Scientific approaches study language formation through glossogenetics and paleontological evidence. Comparisons of ancient human fossils show physiological capacity for speech in early humans.
The theme of diffeences between human language and animal communication system
UNEFM, Inglés, Lingüística General, Linguistics, The theme of diffeences between human language and animal communication system
What is language_linguisticspresentation
This document discusses the key features that distinguish human language from animal communication systems. It notes that while animals use sounds and signals to communicate, human language has properties like arbitrariness, displacement, creativity, and structure dependence. It is culturally learned rather than innate, uses duality where sounds combine into meaningful units, and can discuss things that are not present. Overall, the document analyzes how human language operates as a complex, rule-based system compared to most animal signaling systems.
Linguistics Animal Languages
This document discusses animal communication and whether it can be considered a type of language. It explores how different animal species, such as dolphins, bees, and birds communicate with each other using sounds and gestures. While some animals can imitate human words, their utterances lack meaning. The document also examines research on teaching human sign language to chimpanzees and concludes that while nonhuman primates communicate within their species, they do not have the ability to express abstract concepts like memories from the past or future plans like humans.
Origin of language
This document discusses theories about the origin of language. It outlines 7 main theories: 1) Divine sources, where language is seen as a gift from God; 2) Mythological sources found in ancient cultures; 3) Natural sound imitation theories where language evolved from imitating sounds; 4) Social interaction necessity theories where language developed to communicate needs; 5) Physical adaptation of human anatomy that allowed speech; 6) Tool making abilities linking language and manual skills; 7) Innateness hypothesis that language ability is genetically determined. The document examines evidence for each theory but finds it difficult to determine the single origin of language.
Lin115
The origin of human language is still unclear, as comparative linguistic studies have not revealed a proto-language. While other animals communicate vocally, human language has unique properties like displacement and productivity that allow discussing topics removed from the present context and saying things that have never been said. The human brain and vocal organs evolved in ways that enabled the development of language through internal structure of sentences, experimenting with structures as children, and the ability to blend words together meaningfully.
animal and language
Animals like chimpanzees, gorillas, and dolphins have been taught some forms of communication through experiments, but they have not demonstrated a full human-like language. Chimpanzees like Vicki and Washoe were taught sign language and learned over 100 signs each, but struggled with pronunciation and combining signs in novel ways. Koko the gorilla learned over 500 signs and could combine them to make new words, but her syntax did not progress beyond 2-3 word utterances like chimpanzees. Dolphins have shown memory and mimicry abilities when taught through sound and sight, but researchers have not achieved a true breakthrough in communication. While animals can communicate to an extent, they have not shown a complete
Language & Theories of language
This document provides an overview of language and its origins from the perspective of different theories. It defines language as the human ability to use complex communication systems and discusses views of language as innate, learned behavior, or both. Theories discussed for the origin of language include the belief that it was divinely created or evolved naturally as the human brain developed. Multiple theories are also presented for how early language systems may have originated, such as imitating animal sounds or naming objects based on associated sounds.
English language and literature
Linguistics is the scientific study of language. It examines the structure of language including sounds, meanings, and usage, as well as language variations. Language refers to the grammar and rules that allow humans to communicate in a way that others understand. Linguistics takes a scientific approach, studying different levels of language like phonetics, phonology, syntax and semantics. Human language is more complex than animal communication as it is reflexive, can discuss the past and future, has an infinite vocabulary, and is affected by the environment.
Origin of Language
The origin of language remains one of the most significant hurdles even in the 21st century, however, many theories have been proposed about the topic. Most of which have been speculated from a specific evidence. The current presentation depends on George Yule's book (2014) The Study of Language (5th edition)
Origin of language
The document discusses the origin and theories around the development of human language. It proposes that language likely originated in East Africa around 100,000 years ago. There are several theories for how language evolved, including the divine source theory which suggests it was a gift from God, and the evolutionary theory that proposes physiological changes led to language development. Additional theories explore the idea that language originated from animal sounds, human emotional reactions, sounds of objects, or sounds produced during physical effort. The document also discusses the importance of language for learning about other cultures and expressing ourselves.
Properties of Human language
The document discusses the properties of human language and whether animal communication can be considered language. It notes that human language has properties like displacement, arbitrariness, productivity, cultural transmission and duality. While some animals can communicate, their systems have limited signals and meanings and do not exhibit the full properties of human language. Experiments teaching chimpanzees, gorillas and other great apes to use human language systems like sign language had some success but questions remain about how deeply the animals understand language.
Origin of language
The document discusses several theories about the origins of human language. It begins by outlining two divine source theories - that language originated from God or divine beings. It then examines physical adaptation theories which argue that the evolution of certain human physical traits, like bipedalism and advanced vocal tracts, enabled the development of speech. The document also explores natural sound theories, which propose that early words imitated environmental sounds or emotional cries. It questions whether these could have generated full languages.
The origins of language
The document discusses several theories about the origins of human language:
1) A divine source - In many religions, language was given to humans by God. However, theories about an original language cannot be proven.
2) Natural sound sources - Early words may have imitated environmental sounds or emotional cries, but this does not explain abstract concepts.
3) Social interaction - Language developed from rhythmic sounds used in coordinated group tasks, but primates live socially without true language.
4) Physical adaptation - As early humans' vocal tract and brain evolved, language capacities emerged to allow increased cooperation and social learning. However, evidence is limited due to lack of records from long ago.
Origines of language(ding dong phoo woo)
The document discusses four hypotheses about the origins of human language:
1. The "ding-dong" hypothesis claims language began with onomatopoeic words but cannot account for abstract concepts.
2. The "pooh-pooh" hypothesis ties language to emotional responses but exclamations depend on existing language.
3. The "bow-wow" hypothesis suggests language imitated animal sounds but the sounds used differ across languages.
4. The "ta-ta" hypothesis proposes language developed from gestures but hand gestures have different cultural meanings. The document also briefly discusses generative grammar and its four subfields.
Chapter 1 the origins of language
This document discusses several hypotheses about the origins of language. It explores the possibility that language originated from divine sources in various religions, experiments isolating infants, or natural sounds in the environment. Alternative hypotheses propose that language evolved from our physical adaptations for speech, social interactions, or as a result of developing complex tool usage. While each hypothesis provides some insights, they all have refuting evidence. The true origins of language remain unclear as it is a complex trait that likely emerged from multiple evolutionary factors.
Natural Speech and Speech Eent
This is my presentation during i still studied in STKIP PGRI Bangkalan exactly at 5th semester when when i got sociolinguitics material of speech
Orgin of language
Human language originated from multiple sources according to the document. The Divine source theory suggests that language was originally given by God. Experiments by ancient kings isolating infants found they spontaneously spoke known languages. Natural sounds of animals and emotions may also have contributed words that imitate sounds. As humans lived in social groups, some communication was needed to coordinate tasks requiring physical effort. Physical adaptations like an upright posture and tools requiring hands freed speech to develop. The brain's lateralization for both language and tool use supported this. Finally, the genetic source hypothesis is that humans are born with the innate capacity for language due to pre-programmed language genes.
Presentation origin of language.ppt
This document provides an overview of an introduction to language studies group presentation. It discusses several theories on the origin of language, including the social interaction source theory, divine source theory, oral gestures theory, physical adaptation source theory, and tool making source theory. The document also outlines various theories proposed in the 19th century such as the bow-wow, pooh-pooh, and ding-dong theories. It examines the evolution of gestures and their role in the development of language.
The Origins Of Language and the types of language speakon
This help in the learning of linguistic and other topic .
ELS102_English Language and Laguage Acquisition .pptx
The document discusses several theories on the origins of human language:
1) The Divine Source theory proposes that language originated as a gift from God to early humans like Adam. Experiments trying to prove this by isolating infants were inconclusive.
2) The Natural Sound Source theory suggests that early words imitated natural sounds in the environment like animals and nature.
3) The Social Interaction Source theory proposes that language developed from sounds used in coordinated group activities. Early humans lived in groups and needed communication.
4) The Physical Adaptation Source theory links the evolution of physical traits like bipedalism and gestures to the development of vocalizations and ultimately language. Human anatomical features are well-suited for speech.
Theories in Language Description
This document discusses various theories about the origin of human language. It outlines 9 main theories: 1) Divine source, 2) Natural sound source like bow-bow and pooh-pooh theories, 3) Social interaction source like yo-heave-ho and la-la theories, 4) Oral-gesture source, 5) Physiological adaptation source related to teeth, lips, mouth, larynx and brain, 6) Glossogenetics related to evolution, 7) Interactional and transactional functions, 8) Genetic source, and 9) Tool making source. It also discusses experiments to test the divine source theory and criticisms of each theory. Finally, it analyzes language variation topics like pidgin,
originoflanguage-141112084018-conversion-gate01 (1) 3.pdf
The document discusses several theories about the origins of human language:
1) The divine source theory which says language was given by God. Experiments found children did not spontaneously speak.
2) Natural sound theories where early words imitated animal sounds or emotions. However, these cannot explain abstract words.
3) Physical adaptation theory that human physical traits like teeth, lips and larynx evolved to support speech. Alone they did not lead to language.
4) Tool use theory where language arose as hands were needed for tools. Brain lateralization also supported speech and tool use.
The document examines evidence for both single and multiple origins of language, and compares how different theories account for the gradual or sudden
More Related Content
What's hot
The theme of diffeences between human language and animal communication system
UNEFM, Inglés, Lingüística General, Linguistics, The theme of diffeences between human language and animal communication system
What is language_linguisticspresentation
This document discusses the key features that distinguish human language from animal communication systems. It notes that while animals use sounds and signals to communicate, human language has properties like arbitrariness, displacement, creativity, and structure dependence. It is culturally learned rather than innate, uses duality where sounds combine into meaningful units, and can discuss things that are not present. Overall, the document analyzes how human language operates as a complex, rule-based system compared to most animal signaling systems.
Linguistics Animal Languages
This document discusses animal communication and whether it can be considered a type of language. It explores how different animal species, such as dolphins, bees, and birds communicate with each other using sounds and gestures. While some animals can imitate human words, their utterances lack meaning. The document also examines research on teaching human sign language to chimpanzees and concludes that while nonhuman primates communicate within their species, they do not have the ability to express abstract concepts like memories from the past or future plans like humans.
Origin of language
This document discusses theories about the origin of language. It outlines 7 main theories: 1) Divine sources, where language is seen as a gift from God; 2) Mythological sources found in ancient cultures; 3) Natural sound imitation theories where language evolved from imitating sounds; 4) Social interaction necessity theories where language developed to communicate needs; 5) Physical adaptation of human anatomy that allowed speech; 6) Tool making abilities linking language and manual skills; 7) Innateness hypothesis that language ability is genetically determined. The document examines evidence for each theory but finds it difficult to determine the single origin of language.
Lin115
The origin of human language is still unclear, as comparative linguistic studies have not revealed a proto-language. While other animals communicate vocally, human language has unique properties like displacement and productivity that allow discussing topics removed from the present context and saying things that have never been said. The human brain and vocal organs evolved in ways that enabled the development of language through internal structure of sentences, experimenting with structures as children, and the ability to blend words together meaningfully.
animal and language
Animals like chimpanzees, gorillas, and dolphins have been taught some forms of communication through experiments, but they have not demonstrated a full human-like language. Chimpanzees like Vicki and Washoe were taught sign language and learned over 100 signs each, but struggled with pronunciation and combining signs in novel ways. Koko the gorilla learned over 500 signs and could combine them to make new words, but her syntax did not progress beyond 2-3 word utterances like chimpanzees. Dolphins have shown memory and mimicry abilities when taught through sound and sight, but researchers have not achieved a true breakthrough in communication. While animals can communicate to an extent, they have not shown a complete
Language & Theories of language
This document provides an overview of language and its origins from the perspective of different theories. It defines language as the human ability to use complex communication systems and discusses views of language as innate, learned behavior, or both. Theories discussed for the origin of language include the belief that it was divinely created or evolved naturally as the human brain developed. Multiple theories are also presented for how early language systems may have originated, such as imitating animal sounds or naming objects based on associated sounds.
English language and literature
Linguistics is the scientific study of language. It examines the structure of language including sounds, meanings, and usage, as well as language variations. Language refers to the grammar and rules that allow humans to communicate in a way that others understand. Linguistics takes a scientific approach, studying different levels of language like phonetics, phonology, syntax and semantics. Human language is more complex than animal communication as it is reflexive, can discuss the past and future, has an infinite vocabulary, and is affected by the environment.
Origin of Language
The origin of language remains one of the most significant hurdles even in the 21st century, however, many theories have been proposed about the topic. Most of which have been speculated from a specific evidence. The current presentation depends on George Yule's book (2014) The Study of Language (5th edition)
Origin of language
The document discusses the origin and theories around the development of human language. It proposes that language likely originated in East Africa around 100,000 years ago. There are several theories for how language evolved, including the divine source theory which suggests it was a gift from God, and the evolutionary theory that proposes physiological changes led to language development. Additional theories explore the idea that language originated from animal sounds, human emotional reactions, sounds of objects, or sounds produced during physical effort. The document also discusses the importance of language for learning about other cultures and expressing ourselves.
Properties of Human language
The document discusses the properties of human language and whether animal communication can be considered language. It notes that human language has properties like displacement, arbitrariness, productivity, cultural transmission and duality. While some animals can communicate, their systems have limited signals and meanings and do not exhibit the full properties of human language. Experiments teaching chimpanzees, gorillas and other great apes to use human language systems like sign language had some success but questions remain about how deeply the animals understand language.
Origin of language
The document discusses several theories about the origins of human language. It begins by outlining two divine source theories - that language originated from God or divine beings. It then examines physical adaptation theories which argue that the evolution of certain human physical traits, like bipedalism and advanced vocal tracts, enabled the development of speech. The document also explores natural sound theories, which propose that early words imitated environmental sounds or emotional cries. It questions whether these could have generated full languages.
The origins of language
The document discusses several theories about the origins of human language:
1) A divine source - In many religions, language was given to humans by God. However, theories about an original language cannot be proven.
2) Natural sound sources - Early words may have imitated environmental sounds or emotional cries, but this does not explain abstract concepts.
3) Social interaction - Language developed from rhythmic sounds used in coordinated group tasks, but primates live socially without true language.
4) Physical adaptation - As early humans' vocal tract and brain evolved, language capacities emerged to allow increased cooperation and social learning. However, evidence is limited due to lack of records from long ago.
Origines of language(ding dong phoo woo)
The document discusses four hypotheses about the origins of human language:
1. The "ding-dong" hypothesis claims language began with onomatopoeic words but cannot account for abstract concepts.
2. The "pooh-pooh" hypothesis ties language to emotional responses but exclamations depend on existing language.
3. The "bow-wow" hypothesis suggests language imitated animal sounds but the sounds used differ across languages.
4. The "ta-ta" hypothesis proposes language developed from gestures but hand gestures have different cultural meanings. The document also briefly discusses generative grammar and its four subfields.
Chapter 1 the origins of language
This document discusses several hypotheses about the origins of language. It explores the possibility that language originated from divine sources in various religions, experiments isolating infants, or natural sounds in the environment. Alternative hypotheses propose that language evolved from our physical adaptations for speech, social interactions, or as a result of developing complex tool usage. While each hypothesis provides some insights, they all have refuting evidence. The true origins of language remain unclear as it is a complex trait that likely emerged from multiple evolutionary factors.
Natural Speech and Speech Eent
This is my presentation during i still studied in STKIP PGRI Bangkalan exactly at 5th semester when when i got sociolinguitics material of speech
What's hot (16)
The theme of diffeences between human language and animal communication system
The theme of diffeences between human language and animal communication system
Similar to Chapters 1 & 2
Orgin of language
Human language originated from multiple sources according to the document. The Divine source theory suggests that language was originally given by God. Experiments by ancient kings isolating infants found they spontaneously spoke known languages. Natural sounds of animals and emotions may also have contributed words that imitate sounds. As humans lived in social groups, some communication was needed to coordinate tasks requiring physical effort. Physical adaptations like an upright posture and tools requiring hands freed speech to develop. The brain's lateralization for both language and tool use supported this. Finally, the genetic source hypothesis is that humans are born with the innate capacity for language due to pre-programmed language genes.
Presentation origin of language.ppt
This document provides an overview of an introduction to language studies group presentation. It discusses several theories on the origin of language, including the social interaction source theory, divine source theory, oral gestures theory, physical adaptation source theory, and tool making source theory. The document also outlines various theories proposed in the 19th century such as the bow-wow, pooh-pooh, and ding-dong theories. It examines the evolution of gestures and their role in the development of language.
The Origins Of Language and the types of language speakon
This help in the learning of linguistic and other topic .
ELS102_English Language and Laguage Acquisition .pptx
The document discusses several theories on the origins of human language:
1) The Divine Source theory proposes that language originated as a gift from God to early humans like Adam. Experiments trying to prove this by isolating infants were inconclusive.
2) The Natural Sound Source theory suggests that early words imitated natural sounds in the environment like animals and nature.
3) The Social Interaction Source theory proposes that language developed from sounds used in coordinated group activities. Early humans lived in groups and needed communication.
4) The Physical Adaptation Source theory links the evolution of physical traits like bipedalism and gestures to the development of vocalizations and ultimately language. Human anatomical features are well-suited for speech.
Theories in Language Description
This document discusses various theories about the origin of human language. It outlines 9 main theories: 1) Divine source, 2) Natural sound source like bow-bow and pooh-pooh theories, 3) Social interaction source like yo-heave-ho and la-la theories, 4) Oral-gesture source, 5) Physiological adaptation source related to teeth, lips, mouth, larynx and brain, 6) Glossogenetics related to evolution, 7) Interactional and transactional functions, 8) Genetic source, and 9) Tool making source. It also discusses experiments to test the divine source theory and criticisms of each theory. Finally, it analyzes language variation topics like pidgin,
originoflanguage-141112084018-conversion-gate01 (1) 3.pdf
The document discusses several theories about the origins of human language:
1) The divine source theory which says language was given by God. Experiments found children did not spontaneously speak.
2) Natural sound theories where early words imitated animal sounds or emotions. However, these cannot explain abstract words.
3) Physical adaptation theory that human physical traits like teeth, lips and larynx evolved to support speech. Alone they did not lead to language.
4) Tool use theory where language arose as hands were needed for tools. Brain lateralization also supported speech and tool use.
The document examines evidence for both single and multiple origins of language, and compares how different theories account for the gradual or sudden
Origin of language
The document discusses several hypotheses for the origins of human language:
1) Language may have evolved from early warning signals or instructions used during activities like hunting.
2) Language developed through cooperative efforts like chanting to coordinate tasks like moving stones.
3) Some hypothesize that the need to deceive and lie drove the development of language for selfish purposes.
4) Physical features like teeth, lips, larynx, and tongue evolved in ways that enabled a wide variety of speech sounds. Hand gestures may also have preceded language development.
5) The human brain is lateralized and specialized for language acquisition, supporting the idea that humans have an innate ability for language.
Bab1dan2
Here are the key characteristics of human language:
- Productivity/creativity - Language allows for infinite expression of new ideas through novel combinations of words.
- Cultural transmission - Language is learned socially through interaction rather than genetically. It evolves over generations.
- Displacement - Language can be used to communicate about things absent in space and time, including past/future events and imaginary concepts.
- Arbitrariness - The relationship between words and what they refer to is arbitrary and learned through convention rather than natural law.
- Duality of patterning - Language has two levels of structure - sounds combine into words, and words combine into sentences.
- Specialization - Language relies on specialized vocal
The Origin and Nature of Human Language.pptx
The document discusses different theories on the origin and nature of language. It presents definitions of language from encyclopedias and linguists as a system of symbols used by social groups. Early theories proposed language originated from imitating natural sounds or as a divine gift. Modern theories suggest a genetic basis or that language emerged from social interaction and the need for communication. The key properties that distinguish human language are that it is productive, stimulus-free, context-dependent, can be displaced in time and space, is culturally transmitted, and involves arbitrary symbols organized in a dual system.
Language and Linguistics
The slides deal with how language came in to existence and what is linguistics and language varieties.
The origins of language
This document discusses several theories about the origins of human language. It presents the hypothesis that language first developed between 100,000 and 50,000 years ago with the emergence of homo sapiens. Several proposed sources of early language are examined, including the idea that language had divine or spiritual origins, emerged from natural sounds in the environment, developed from physical gestures, was enabled by physical adaptations in the vocal tract and brain, or has innate genetic foundations. However, the document concludes that no single theory has been proven and the precise origins of language remain unclear.
The Origins Of Language.pptx
The document discusses several theories on the origins of human language. It describes the divine source theory which says that God gave Adam the first language in the Garden of Eden. It also discusses the physical adaptation source theory, noting physiological changes like a descended larynx that enabled human speech. Finally, it explains universal grammar as the idea that all languages share fundamental similarities due to innate linguistic principles, providing genetic evidence for language's origins.
The Origins Of Language.pptx
This document discusses several theories on the origins and evolution of human language. It proposes that language likely developed around 150,000 years ago but written evidence only goes back 6000 years. Key theories discussed include language developing through social interaction and communication between early humans, physical adaptations in the vocal tract and brain that enabled more advanced speech, and the idea that humans may have an innate capacity for language encoded in our genes. The document also references the concept of universal grammar and similarities across languages.
The Origins Of Language (1).pptx
This document discusses several theories on the origins and evolution of human language. It proposes that language likely developed around 150,000 years ago but written evidence only goes back 6000 years. Key theories discussed include language developing through social interaction and communication between early humans, physical adaptations in the vocal tract and brain that enabled more advanced speech, and the idea that humans may have an innate capacity for language encoded in our genes. The document also references the concept of universal grammar and similarities across human languages.
Linguistics.pptx
This document provides an overview of the field of linguistics. It discusses what linguistics is, including definitions of language from influential linguists. It outlines some myths and fundamental views about language. The key branches of linguistics are summarized, including phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. It also briefly discusses the origin of language theories, macro linguistics, psycholinguistics, and sociolinguistics. The goal of linguistics is to scientifically study human language through describing language competence, acquisition, and performance.
ANIMALS AND HUMAN LANGUAGE.pptx
The document discusses the differences between human language and animal communication. It outlines six key properties of human language: reflexivity, displacement, arbitrariness, productivity, duality, and cultural transmission. These properties, such as the ability to reflect on language and communicate about things not present, distinguish human language from animal signals and cues. The document also discusses studies that attempted to teach chimpanzees human language through raising them like human children or using sign language, but found chimpanzees still lack the physical ability to articulate human sounds.
Origin of Lang.pptx
This document discusses various theories about the origins of human language. It explores hypotheses such as language developing from natural sounds like animal noises, emotional cries, or coordinated social sounds used for tasks. Alternative explanations propose that the human brain, physical ability to speak, or innate genetic factors enabled the development of language. While the exact origins are unknown, most theories suggest language emerged gradually over tens of thousands of years as human cognition and social interaction evolved.
1- The origins of Language.pptx
The document discusses several theories about the origins of human language:
1) A divine source where language was given by God or divine beings.
2) A natural sound source where early words imitated animal sounds.
3) A physical adaptation source where human anatomical features evolved for speech.
4) A genetic source where the capacity for language is innate and hardwired in human babies. The document examines evidence and arguments for each theory but recognizes there is no consensus on how and when exactly human language emerged.
language emergence language emergencee.ppt
Welcome to our introductory presentation on linguistics. In this presentation, we will explore the fascinating world of language and linguistics, beginning with the definition of language itself, delving into its key functions, and examining its unique characteristics. We will then transition into defining linguistics, the scientific study of language, and discuss its various types and branches. By exploring these foundational aspects, we aim to provide a comprehensive overview that highlights the complexity and diversity of human language. This presentation is designed to offer both foundational knowledge and insightful perspectives into how language functions as a crucial tool for communication and cultural expression. Join us as we embark on this linguistic journey, uncovering the intrinsic properties that make language an integral part of human existence and a primary focus of linguistic study.
Anthropology and LanguageLanguage is in many ways the quin.docx
Anthropology and Language
Language is in many ways the quintessential expression of culture. Language is learned,
shared, and transmitted. All humans have the capacity for language, but the language spoken by
each cultural group is in many respects unique. Just as children can learn any culture, so too are
they born with an innate ability to learn any language.
More than this, however, language is essential to culture. Culture is based on symbols. In
order to learn, to share, to transmit cultural knowledge, we need to communicate. Our
Communication, in turn is based on symbols, of which language is one manifestation. That is,
language forms a subset of a more broadly conceptualized capacity for symbolic expression.
If we want to describe a building, we do not have to show someone a building, we can use
words to paint a picture. If we want to tell someone how to build a better mousetrap, we don’t
need build it in front of their eyes, but we can talk about it. In can describe the mousetrap using
words to build the picture for us.
Language as culture
Language is the quintessential cultural product: it must be learned, it must be shared, and it
must be transmitted. Just as all humans have the capacity for culture, all humans have the
capacity for language. The brains of human young are wired so that they begin to learn language
even before they can speak. And any human child can learn any language ever devised by any
group of people, from Tagalog to mathematics. Yes, anyone can learn math.
Although all humans have the capacity for language, the particular language that you learn
is variable, and an essential element of enculturation is teaching language to the young.
The capacity for language is the product of millions of years of evolution. Our remote
ancestors millions of years ago lacked the capacity for the sophisticated manipulation of symbols
and the capacity for vocalizing the many sounds that go into our spoken language.
Two primary factors led to selection for the ability to manipulate symbols and to speak.
First, the primary selective advantage that our species had over others is the ability to plan. As
we’ll talk about in some detail next week, between 8 and 4 million years ago, species ancestral to
our own were faced with an environment that was changing dramatically. Food was no longer
readily available, and wasn’t to be found in large amounts. In order to survive our ancestors, who
were a bit like gorillas and chimps today, had to be able to plan. They had to be able to think
abstractly, to remember where resources were located, and when they were available. They had to
be able to think spatially and to model the landscape in their minds.
Secondly, they had to be able to cooperate. As we’ll see, humans, like all other primates,
live in groups. They do this primarily for defense. What distinguishes us and our near relatives,
however, is that we not only band together for defens.
Similar to Chapters 1 & 2 (20)
The Origins Of Language and the types of language speakon
The Origins Of Language and the types of language speakon
ELS102_English Language and Laguage Acquisition .pptx
ELS102_English Language and Laguage Acquisition .pptx
originoflanguage-141112084018-conversion-gate01 (1) 3.pdf
originoflanguage-141112084018-conversion-gate01 (1) 3.pdf
Anthropology and LanguageLanguage is in many ways the quin.docx
Anthropology and LanguageLanguage is in many ways the quin.docx
Recently uploaded
PCOS corelations and management through Ayurveda.
This presentation includes basic of PCOS their pathology and treatment and also Ayurveda correlation of PCOS and Ayurvedic line of treatment mentioned in classics.
Hindi varnamala | hindi alphabet PPT.pdf
हिंदी वर्णमाला पीपीटी, hindi alphabet PPT presentation, hindi varnamala PPT, Hindi Varnamala pdf, हिंदी स्वर, हिंदी व्यंजन, sikhiye hindi varnmala, dr. mulla adam ali, hindi language and literature, hindi alphabet with drawing, hindi alphabet pdf, hindi varnamala for childrens, hindi language, hindi varnamala practice for kids, https://www.drmullaadamali.com
How to Setup Warehouse & Location in Odoo 17 Inventory
In this slide, we'll explore how to set up warehouses and locations in Odoo 17 Inventory. This will help us manage our stock effectively, track inventory levels, and streamline warehouse operations.
Natural birth techniques - Mrs.Akanksha Trivedi Rama University
Natural birth techniques - Mrs.Akanksha Trivedi Rama UniversityAkanksha trivedi rama nursing college kanpur.
Natural birth techniques are various type such as/ water birth , alexender method, hypnosis, bradley method, lamaze method etcHow to Add Chatter in the odoo 17 ERP Module
In Odoo, the chatter is like a chat tool that helps you work together on records. You can leave notes and track things, making it easier to talk with your team and partners. Inside chatter, all communication history, activity, and changes will be displayed.
Executive Directors Chat Leveraging AI for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Let’s explore the intersection of technology and equity in the final session of our DEI series. Discover how AI tools, like ChatGPT, can be used to support and enhance your nonprofit's DEI initiatives. Participants will gain insights into practical AI applications and get tips for leveraging technology to advance their DEI goals.
clinical examination of hip joint (1).pdf
described clinical examination all orthopeadic conditions .
BBR 2024 Summer Sessions Interview Training
Qualitative research interview training by Professor Katrina Pritchard and Dr Helen Williams
The Diamonds of 2023-2024 in the IGRA collection
A review of the growth of the Israel Genealogy Research Association Database Collection for the last 12 months. Our collection is now passed the 3 million mark and still growing. See which archives have contributed the most. See the different types of records we have, and which years have had records added. You can also see what we have for the future.
What is Digital Literacy? A guest blog from Andy McLaughlin, University of Ab...
What is Digital Literacy? A guest blog from Andy McLaughlin, University of Aberdeen
বাংলাদেশ অর্থনৈতিক সমীক্ষা (Economic Review) ২০২৪ UJS App.pdf
বাংলাদেশের অর্থনৈতিক সমীক্ষা ২০২৪ [Bangladesh Economic Review 2024 Bangla.pdf] কম্পিউটার , ট্যাব ও স্মার্ট ফোন ভার্সন সহ সম্পূর্ণ বাংলা ই-বুক বা pdf বই " সুচিপত্র ...বুকমার্ক মেনু 🔖 ও হাইপার লিংক মেনু 📝👆 যুক্ত ..
আমাদের সবার জন্য খুব খুব গুরুত্বপূর্ণ একটি বই ..বিসিএস, ব্যাংক, ইউনিভার্সিটি ভর্তি ও যে কোন প্রতিযোগিতা মূলক পরীক্ষার জন্য এর খুব ইম্পরট্যান্ট একটি বিষয় ...তাছাড়া বাংলাদেশের সাম্প্রতিক যে কোন ডাটা বা তথ্য এই বইতে পাবেন ...
তাই একজন নাগরিক হিসাবে এই তথ্য গুলো আপনার জানা প্রয়োজন ...।
বিসিএস ও ব্যাংক এর লিখিত পরীক্ষা ...+এছাড়া মাধ্যমিক ও উচ্চমাধ্যমিকের স্টুডেন্টদের জন্য অনেক কাজে আসবে ...
Azure Interview Questions and Answers PDF By ScholarHat
Azure Interview Questions and Answers PDF By ScholarHat
ANATOMY AND BIOMECHANICS OF HIP JOINT.pdf
it describes the bony anatomy including the femoral head , acetabulum, labrum . also discusses the capsule , ligaments . muscle that act on the hip joint and the range of motion are outlined. factors affecting hip joint stability and weight transmission through the joint are summarized.
LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UP
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
9
Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
How to Manage Your Lost Opportunities in Odoo 17 CRM
Odoo 17 CRM allows us to track why we lose sales opportunities with "Lost Reasons." This helps analyze our sales process and identify areas for improvement. Here's how to configure lost reasons in Odoo 17 CRM
Recently uploaded (20)
How to Setup Warehouse & Location in Odoo 17 Inventory
How to Setup Warehouse & Location in Odoo 17 Inventory
Digital Artefact 1 - Tiny Home Environmental Design
Digital Artefact 1 - Tiny Home Environmental Design
Natural birth techniques - Mrs.Akanksha Trivedi Rama University
Natural birth techniques - Mrs.Akanksha Trivedi Rama University
Executive Directors Chat Leveraging AI for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Executive Directors Chat Leveraging AI for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
What is Digital Literacy? A guest blog from Andy McLaughlin, University of Ab...
What is Digital Literacy? A guest blog from Andy McLaughlin, University of Ab...
বাংলাদেশ অর্থনৈতিক সমীক্ষা (Economic Review) ২০২৪ UJS App.pdf
বাংলাদেশ অর্থনৈতিক সমীক্ষা (Economic Review) ২০২৪ UJS App.pdf
Azure Interview Questions and Answers PDF By ScholarHat
Azure Interview Questions and Answers PDF By ScholarHat
Pride Month Slides 2024 David Douglas School District
Pride Month Slides 2024 David Douglas School District
LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UP
LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UP
How to Manage Your Lost Opportunities in Odoo 17 CRM
How to Manage Your Lost Opportunities in Odoo 17 CRM
Chapters 1 & 2
- 1. Where does language come from?
- 2. SOURCES The divine source The natural sound source The social interaction source The physical adaptation source The tool- making source The genetic source
- 4. THE DIVINE SOURCE The Biblical tradition claimed that Adam named things and so those remained that way. On the other, a Hindu tradition believed the foundation was given by Saravasti, wife of Brahma, creator of the Universe. In most religions there seemed to be a belief language was God-given. A few experiments were carried out to prove it, though not all children would speak spontaneously the original language.
- 6. THE NATURAL SOUND SOURCE The Bow-Wow Theory The early human tried to imitate the sounds that they heard and used them to refer to particular objects. Example: coo-coo ONOMATOPEIA: defined as words that sound similar to the noises they describe. Example: boom/guau
- 7. SOURCES The divine source The natural sound source The social interaction source
- 8. THE SOCIAL INTERACTION SOURCE The “Yo-he-ho” Theory The sounds of a person involved in physical effort could be the source of our language, especially when it involved people interaction. Example: grunts, groans, hums, curses..
- 9. SOURCES The divine source The natural sound source The social interaction source The physical adaptation source
- 10. THE PHYSICAL ADAPTATION SOURCE The types of physical features humans possess, especially those that are distinct from other creatures, may have been able to support speech production.
- 11. SOURCES The divine source The natural sound source The social interaction source The physical adaptation source The tool- making source
- 12. THE TOOL-MAKING SOURCE -Manual gestures -Right- handedness -Manipulating objects -Lateralized (two hemispheres) -Left: motor movement- complex vocalization and object manipulation. The outcome of manipulating objects and changing them using both hands, is evidence of a brain at work.It may be that there was an evolutionary connection between the language-using and tool-using abilities of humans and that both were involved in the development of the speaking brain. Grasping one rock and bringing another: putting them together to develop a tool. Message-building capacity
- 13. SOURCES The divine source The natural sound source The social interaction source The physical adaptation source The tool- making source The genetic source
- 14. THE GENETIC SOURCE Humans are born with a special capacity for language. It’s innate, not other creature seems to have it. It could be something in human genetics, possibly a crucial mutation.
- 15. Do animals & humans communicate in the same way?
- 16. Experiments Kanzi Directed language → particular behaviour => Lack of comprehension WASHOE ✓ Capable of taking part in interaction. χ Incapable of continuing performing linguistically.
- 17. Why is the human language unique? Arbitrariness
- 19. Duality
- 20. Arbitrariness
- 21. Displacement
- 22. Reflexivity
- 23. Productivity
- 24. There is no certainty about the roots of language. Yet, there is evidence it is a system on constant development and expansion.