Scientists reveal why human language isn’t like computer ...
Human language may seem messy and inefficient compared to the ultra-compact strings of ones and zeros used by computers—but our brains ac...
What’s Happening
Alright so Human language may seem messy and inefficient compared to the ultra-compact strings of ones and zeros used by computers—but our brains actually prefer it that way.
New research reveals that while digital-style encoding could theoretically compress information more tightly, it would demand far more mental effort from both speaker and listener. (let that sink in)
Instead, language is built around familiar words and predictable patterns that reflect our real-world experiences, allowing the brain to constantly anticip Human language may seem messy and inefficient compared to the ultra-compact strings of ones and zeros used by computers—but our brains actually prefer it that way.
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