Intelligence Quote by Guy Deutscher
““The normal man of intelligence has something of a contempt for linguistic studies, convinced as he is nothing can well be more useless. Edward Sapir - 1924””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Linguistics, Edward Sapir, 1924
Critiques the view that linguistic study is useless, defending its importance.
In simple terms: Linguistics is valuable, not useless.
Recognize the relevance of language study.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- academic curricula
- research proposals
- public talks
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do some dismiss linguistic study?
- How does language shape thought?
Resistance may persist among skeptics.