Can language exist without thinking?

However, while it appears that we can indeed think without language, it is also the case that there are certain kinds of thinking that are made possible by language. We may be able to think without language, but language lets us know that we are thinking.

Can humans think or dream without having any spoken word language?

However, while it appears that we can indeed think without language, it is also the case that there are certain kinds of thinking that are made possible by language. Language gives us symbols we can use to fix ideas, reflect on them and hold them up for observation.

Does everyone think in a language?

But even though we don’t think in language, it does help us make our thoughts clear. In fact, the real magic of language is that it helps us share our thoughts with other people. This means we don’t have to face the world all by ourselves – we can learn from the cleverness of the generations who have gone before us.

In what language does a person think?

Humans generally think in strings of words, images, or a combination of both: Some people think primarily in words, meaning that their thoughts are dominated by words and narrations. Other people think primarily in images, meaning that their thoughts are dominated by images and pictures.

Can rational thought exist without language?

In other words, rational thought or any thought can exist without language. Language is merely a verbalised version of thought and always limited. Those we have studied occultism will know that thoughts do not need a language.

Which language should you learn to speak?

If you want to learn a language with a large number of speakers and which is spoken in many countries, the ones to choose in order of ‘usefulness’ are: English, French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), German, Japanese, Portuguese and Hindi/Urdu.

Can someone think without language or pictures?

So, yes, you can think without language or pictures, and yes, it is extremely hard to think complex thoughts without language. Unfortunately, that’s probably not the answer to the question you actually wanted to ask.

What is language for thinking?

Language for Thinking is a structured approach to develop children’s language from the ‘here and now’ to the ‘how and why’. 50 black and white drawings form the backbone of the resource. Written scenarios and question sheets are provided so adults can ask carefully promote children’s verbal reasoning and thinking skills.

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