A new study suggests that language may rely less on complex grammar than previously thought. Every time we speak, we’re improvising. “Humans possess a remarkable ability to talk about almost anything, ...

Every time we speak, we're improvising. "Humans possess a remarkable ability to talk about almost anything, sometimes putting ...

Prosodic and phonological structures form the bedrock of spoken language, orchestrating the rhythm, stress, and intonation that accompany linguistic utterances. These structures are not merely ...

Humpback whale song is a striking example of a complex, culturally transmitted behavior, but up to now, there was little evidence it has language-like structure. Human language, which is also ...