语言学Categorization宋要点.pptVIP

Categorization Definition: Categorization is the process of classifying our experiences into different categories based on commonalities and differences. Categorization is a major ingredient in the creation of human knowledge, and it allows us to relate present experiences to past one. 范畴化是基于人类经验的异同将我们的经验划分为不同的类型 There are three levels in categories: Basic level Superordinate level Subordinate level Basic level（基本层次范畴） The categories at the basic level are those that are most culturally salient and are required to fulfill our cognitive needs the best. This is the level where we perceive the