The Power of Language

Published9 Aug 2019
Author Hannah Zuckerman
Source BrainFacts/SfN

Whether it’s an eloquent speech, a droning monologue, a quippy one-liner, or a brilliant punchline, the human brain is aptly wired for complex communication.

Our large cerebral cortex is brimming with neural circuits dedicated to language. Neurons in the temporal, parietal, and frontal lobes of the cortex form circuits that interpret the sounds and symbols of language.

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About the Author

Hannah Zuckerman

Hannah is the former Production and Editorial Associate for BrainFacts.org. She graduated from Bryn Mawr College in 2014 with a degree in history. She previously worked at Princeton University Press and the art magazine Sculpture.