Explanation
The process by which a sequence of sounds or letters is identified as a known word and connected with meaning. Shows reading and listening as a race among signal, expectation and memory: a word need not be fully received before recognition begins.
Example
After only a few letters, sentence context sharply narrows the possible words.
Counterexample
A mere label without the described formal, cultural or conceptual movement.
Distinction
Distinguish from Wortüberlegenheitseffekt; the neighbour remains connected as a crossway.
Effect on thought and perception
Shows reading and listening as a race among signal, expectation and memory: a word need not be fully received before recognition begins.
Resonance
Shows reading and listening as a race among signal, expectation and memory: a word need not be fully received before recognition begins.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Word recognition“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-DEP7-0002. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-DEP7-0002The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.