Tag Noam Chomsky

Languages & Linguistics

Syntax: Generative Grammar

Generative grammar, a theory proposed by Noam Chomsky, emphasizes the innate structures of the human mind that govern the syntax of all languages, allowing for the creation of an infinite number of sentences from a finite set of rules.

Languages & Linguistics

Universal Grammar: Chomsky’s Theory

Universal Grammar, a cornerstone of Noam Chomsky's theory, posits that the ability to acquire language is rooted in an innate set of grammatical principles shared by all humans, providing a framework for understanding linguistic diversity.