Counting without end: A cross-linguistic exploration of infinity beliefs in English and Hindi learners

Key Points

• Learners exhibited varied infinity beliefs, reflecting cultural differences.
• In English, 40% of subjects expressed a finite understanding of infinity, while 70% of Hindi learners showed an expansive view.
• Observational analysis across multiple language learning contexts revealed unique cognitive patterns.
• Findings imply cultural contexts significantly shape our understanding of abstract concepts like infinity.