Cognitive linguistics is a field of linguistics that focuses on the mental processes involved in language use. It explores how language is acquired, processed, and used by individuals, drawing on insights from psychology, cognitive science, and neuroscience. Cognitive linguistics emphasizes the role of cognitive structures and processes, such as categorization, metaphor, and conceptual blending, in shaping language and communication. Researchers in this field study a range of topics, including language acquisition, semantics, syntax, and discourse analysis, with the goal of understanding how language reflects and influences cognitive processes.