Psychology GCSE
Language and thought
What Language and thought means in Psychology GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Language and thought
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The Sapir-Whorf hypothesis proposes that thinking depends on language, so the words and grammar available influence how we perceive and remember the world.
Topics that use Language and thought
- Language, thought and communication (AQA GCSE)
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