Grounding Meaning
Jacob explores the relationship between language and perception, questioning whether understanding a word requires direct sensory experience or if it can be grounded in broader conceptual models. He emphasizes the importance of isomorphic representations in creating meaningful connections between language and the real world. Daniel reflects on the evolution of Jacob's thoughts on grounding, linking it to his engineering interests and past research.In this clip
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Jacob Andreas: Language, Grounding, and World Models
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