Block Quote by Daniel Everett
“Language is possible due to a number of cognitive and physical characteristics that are unique to humans but none of which that are unique to language. Coming together they make language possible. But the fundamental building block of language is community.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Language: The Cultural Tool, Daniel L. Everett, 2012
Language arises from uniquely human cognitive and physical traits, but its essential foundation is the shared community that uses it.
In simple terms: Language needs human traits and community.
Key Takeaway
Foster communal communication.
Themes
language
community
human cognition
communication
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
explanatory
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- team collaboration
- public speaking
- social media
- language preservation
Key Concepts
cognitive science
social interaction
evolutionary linguistics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does community shape language evolution?
- What traits make human language unique?
A Different Perspective
Community alone cannot guarantee language vitality without supportive structures.
