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The YouTube video delves into the unique evolution of color naming in Japan, particularly the distinction between green and blue in the Japanese language. Initially, the term "ao" encompassed shades of green, blue, and indigo, but over time, specific terms for green were added. The influence of American culture post-World War II also impacted color naming in Japan. The video notes similar color perception variations in other languages, emphasizing the diversity in how languages categorize colors. Additionally, the video promotes Audible Premium Plus, highlighting its offerings like audiobooks and podcasts for avid audio consumers.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker explains how in Japan, the color green is sometimes referred to as blue due to linguistic differences. The Japanese word for blue, “ao,” is used to describe a wide range of colors from green to blue to indigo. Initially, the Japanese language had only four color words, leading to blue being used as a catchall for various shades. Over time, a separate word for green was added to clarify distinctions, reflecting the unique evolution of color naming in Japanese compared to English.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses how the concept of the color green in Japan evolved over time. Originally, the Japanese term for green was “ao,” leading to confusion with the color blue. The influence of American culture, particularly through crayons and post-World War II occupation, led to the adoption of distinct color names akin to the Western ROYGBIV system. Despite this transition, there remains a legacy of green things being identified as blue in Japan. The video also touches on color perception differences in other languages, such as the limited color names in the Ivory Coast and the multiple blues in Russian. The segment concludes by highlighting these color naming quirks as just one aspect of the broader differences in how languages work.
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