"Theories of Meaning" (work)

"Theories of Meaning" explore how words and sentences relate to what they represent or refer to. They examine questions like: How do words connect to objects, ideas, or concepts? Different theories suggest ways this happens—some focus on the idea that meaning is based on mental images or personal associations (mentalist theories), while others argue meaning is tied to how words are used in specific contexts (pragmatic or use-based theories). Overall, these theories aim to explain how language successfully conveys information, ideas, and intentions between people.