"We think the way our language lets us," muses your French literature professor. Immediately, the phrase "linguistic ___________ hypothesis" begins flashing in your head, in metaphorical neon lights.
A) generativity
B) universality
C) specificity
D) relativity

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The phrase "linguistic relativity hypothesis" (also known as the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis) suggests that the language we speak has a profound influence on the way we think and perceive the world around us. This relates to the idea that our thoughts and behaviors are shaped by the language we use, and that different languages may lead to different ways of thinking about and interacting with the world.

"We Think the Way Our Language Lets Us," Muses Your