Ronald Langacker

Ronald Langacker is a linguist known for developing Cognitive Grammar, a theory that views language as an integrated part of human cognition. He argues that our understanding of language is based on mental processes and patterns, rather than just predefined rules. According to him, meaning arises from how we think and perceive the world, and grammar reflects these mental patterns. His work emphasizes that language is dynamic, context-dependent, and shaped by our experiences, offering a more flexible and realistic view of how humans use and understand language.