The Ashanti tribe in Africa has a proverb that says, "The poor man and the rich man do not play together". This proverb not only influences the ways tribal members see the world, but also reflects the attitudes and behaviors of the tribe's people. This example illustrates what concept?

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The Sapir-Whorf hypothesis suggests that the language people speak influences the way they think and perceive the world. This Ashanti proverb reflects and influences the tribe's perceptions and behaviors regarding social and economic disparities, illustrating the hypothesis.

The Ashanti Tribe in Africa Has a Proverb That Says