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As Bromberger observed, rules are understood to be elements of the computational systems that determine the sound and meaning of the infinite array of expressions of a language; the information so derived is accessed by other systems in language use.
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What this quote means
This quote highlights the role of rules in language systems that shape communication and meaning.
Noam Chomsky's observation emphasizes that language is governed by rules, which are essential for deciphering the structure and significance of an endless variety of expressions. These rules are not just abstract concepts; they interact with various systems to facilitate effective communication and access to information within language use.
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LanguageRulesCommunicationMeaningSystems
In practice
Example use cases
In a linguistics class discussing how language structure impacts meaning.
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