Ep89. ft Yolanda Nakari - How Multilingualism Shapes Worldviews – Do Languages Change Our Thinking?

Languages Pedagogy Podcast · Mar 7, 2025 · 24m

In this thought-provoking continuation of our discussion with Yolanda Nakari, we push the boundaries of what it means to think, perceive, and even experience the world through multiple languages. If Part 1 opened the door to understanding how language influences thought, memory, and perception, then Part 2 takes us deeper into the cultural, cognitive, and emotional dimensions of multilingualism.

We explore fascinating questions:

• Does speaking multiple languages make us more adaptable and empathetic?

• How does linguistic diversity challenge rigid worldviews and foster global citizenship?

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