Psychology of Language
Embodied cognition is the theory that our thoughts, understanding, and reasoning are deeply rooted in the body's interactions with the world. This means that our physical experiences and sensory perceptions significantly influence how we think and communicate. This concept is crucial for understanding how metaphor and figurative language work, as well as the interplay between language and thought, cognitive linguistics, and even speech perception.
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