Wednesday, March 25, 2009

math as a language

'To Cinlar, the language of mathematics was English. Mathematics does have it’s own nomenclature, the use of symbols and using specific meanings for some words is part of using mathematics in communication. But, even Greek symbols used in mathematics is part of the English language. There is nothing about mathematics or the use of mathematics in communication that makes it a separate language. The rules of grammar used in mathematical communication are the rules of English grammar.'

Thanks to Jörgen for mentioning professor Cindar. Hopefully I can take his course next fall.

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