Ambiguity in language is resolved through context from "summary" of Philosophical Investigations by Ludwig Wittgenstein
Ambiguity in language is a pervasive issue that we encounter in our everyday communication. Words and phrases can often have multiple meanings, leading to confusion and misunderstanding. However, this ambiguity is not a problem that is inherent in the language itself. Rather, it is a result of the context in which the words are used.
Consider the example of the word "bank." This word could refer to a financial institution where we keep our money, or it could refer to the side of a river. The meaning of the word is not fixed; it depends on the context in which it is used. If someone says, "I'm going to the bank," we rely on the context of the conversation to determine whether they are referring to the financial institution or the side of the river.
In this way, ambiguity in language is resolved through context. The context provides the information we need to interpret the meaning ...
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