Dan Sperber

Dan Sperber is a prominent anthropologist and philosopher known for his work in pragmatics, the study of how context influences meaning in communication. He emphasizes that understanding language involves more than just words; it requires considering cultural contexts, intentions, and the shared knowledge between people. Sperber argues that beliefs and ideas spread through social networks, shaping how we interpret and respond to each other. His ideas help us understand the complexities of human communication and the dynamics of cultural exchange, showing that meaning is often co-created rather than simply transmitted.