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Ancient humans only evolved language once, but why?

Last updated: June 24, 2025 4:05 am
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Language is a remarkable ability that sets humans apart from other species. While animals can communicate basic needs through sounds and gestures, only humans possess the complex system of grammar and vocabulary that allows for precise and nuanced communication. This unique feature of human language has long fascinated researchers, leading to investigations into its origins and evolution.

One theory proposed by psychologist Shimon Edelman and Oren Kolodny suggests that language may have emerged around 1.7 million years ago in conjunction with the development of tool-making skills. They argue that the need for guidance in crafting intricate tools led to the emergence of proto-language as a means of communication between teachers and students. This connection between language and tool-making is supported by the observation that both activities require the brain to organize thoughts into structured sequences.

However, a study conducted by Shelby Putt challenged this view by demonstrating that verbal language is not essential for complex tool-making. Instead, Putt suggests that the cognitive demands of tool-making may have led to the expansion of brain regions involved in working memory, which in turn could have facilitated the development of language at a later stage. This alternative perspective highlights the complexity of the relationship between language and tool-making in human evolution.

Another intriguing hypothesis posits that language may have evolved primarily as a means for individuals to organize their thoughts and undertake complex tasks. This theory, championed by linguist Noam Chomsky, suggests that language emerged relatively recently, possibly due to a random genetic mutation that prompted brain rewiring. While this idea diverges from the tool-making hypothesis, it underscores the diverse perspectives on the origins of language and the ongoing debate within the scientific community.

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Despite these differing viewpoints, the evolution of language remains a fascinating and complex subject of study. Whether it arose in conjunction with tool-making, as a form of internal thought organization, or through some other mechanism, the development of language has played a crucial role in shaping human cognition and communication. As researchers continue to explore this intriguing topic, the quest to unravel the mysteries of language evolution promises to yield new insights into the nature of human language and its profound impact on our species.

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