Variation in recognition of colours

Cards (8)

  • What is the Zuni people's word for shades of orange and yellow?
    One word
  • What difficulty did the Zuni people face in a research study?
    Distinguishing shades of orange and yellow
  • How many words for colour do the Berinmo people have?
    Five words
  • What issue did the Berinmo people face regarding colour recall?
    Difficulty recalling colours
  • What is a potential issue with cross-cultural understanding in research?
    Misunderstanding the task or communication
  • What was the finding regarding the Dani people and colour matching?
    No problem matching colour
  • How many words for colour do the Dani people have?
    Two words
  • What are the implications of language on colour perception across cultures?
    • Language can limit colour distinction
    • Different cultures may recall colours differently
    • Some cultures may not show expected difficulties