Language and Philosophy

3 Credits · Level: Undergraduate

This course introduces students to philosophical theories about what language is, how sentences come to mean what they do, the relation between language and thought, and how language figures in our lives. Specific topics and readings will vary by semester and instructor. Topics covered in the past include reference, metaphor, proper names, racial slurs, literal meaning, ideology, and pragmatics. Consult the relevant semester’s syllabus for more information.