Language and Number
Daniel and Ted discuss the Wharfian claim that language for number creates the concept of exact quantity, exploring the broader implications of the hypothesis and its connection to language processing. They delve into the idea that language is a means of conveying complex thoughts and how words are invented to communicate with others. The discussion particularly focuses on the abstract properties of number and the intriguing nature of words like "one" and "17".In this clip
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