Language center
Language center
The Language center (pronounced: /ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ ˈsɛntər/) is a region of the brain that is involved in the processing of language. It is traditionally thought to be composed of two main parts: Broca's area and Wernicke's area.
Etymology
The term "Language center" is derived from the Latin lingua, meaning "tongue" or "language", and the Latin centrum, meaning "center".
Broca's area
Broca's area (pronounced: /ˈbroʊkəz ˈɛəriə/) is located in the frontal lobe of the brain and is associated with speech production. Damage to this area can result in Broca's aphasia, a condition characterized by difficulty in speaking and writing, but an understanding of spoken and written language is typically preserved.
Wernicke's area
Wernicke's area (pronounced: /ˈvɛrnɪkəz ˈɛəriə/) is located in the superior temporal gyrus in the dominant cerebral hemisphere, which is the left hemisphere in about 95% of right-handed individuals and 70% of left-handed individuals. Wernicke's area is responsible for the comprehension of speech. Damage to this area can result in Wernicke's aphasia, a condition characterized by issues with language comprehension and the production of meaningful speech.
Related terms
- Aphasia: A condition that robs you of the ability to communicate. It can affect your ability to speak, write and understand language, both verbal and written.
- Neurology: The branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of disorders of the nervous system.
- Cerebral hemisphere: One of the two regions of the brain that are delineated by the body's median plane.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Language center
- Wikipedia's article - Language center
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