polysemy

Relay Translation: When Languages Don’t Touch

When direct translation between two languages isn't possible, the world relies on a "pivot" language to bridge the gap. This…

1 week ago

Polysemy vs. Homonymy: One Word, Many Meanings?

While "Bank" (river) and "Bank" (money) sound identical by pure historical accident, "Foot" (body) and "Foot" (mountain) share a deep…

2 weeks ago

The Ghost in the Machine: How Linguists Teach Computers to Understand Ambiguity

Ever wonder how your phone knows you mean the band Queen, not a monarch? This post explores the linguistic challenge…

6 months ago

Polysemy in English: The Complexity of Word Meanings

Language is a fascinating and complex system of communication that is as diverse as the human race itself. It serves…

2 years ago

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