Hello, I am translating a paragraph related to language learning and I am not sure about the phrase ''open-endedness of language learning" means in this context: "If you tend to have a strong need for orderliness You may find the open-endedness of language learning ''messy''. Thank you!
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It means that language, unlike mathematics, is not completely logical, and that the meaning and usage of words are often open to debate (as so often seen in this forum). In this sense, language is messier (more complicated) than mathematics.
1. Not restrained by definite limits, restrictions, or structure.
2. Allowing for or adaptable to change.
3. Inconclusive or indefinite.
o·pen-end·ed
adj.1. Not restrained by definite limits, restrictions, or structure.
2. Allowing for or adaptable to change.
3. Inconclusive or indefinite.
Gracias Gengo!
Se podría hablar de open-endedness,
en este caso en concreto, como
Falta de concreción.
en este caso en concreto, como
Falta de concreción.
¡Buena!