Quote by Mal Pancoast

We invent the world through language. The world occurs through language.

We invent the world through language. The world occurs throu

Summary

This quote suggests that language plays a crucial role in constructing and perceiving our reality. It implies that our understanding of the world is shaped and influenced by the concepts, meanings, and interpretations conveyed through language. By inventing and using language, we establish and define the world around us, giving it structure and significance. It further implies that our communication and interactions are heavily reliant on language, illustrating how language not only reflects reality but also actively shapes our understanding and existence within it.

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