FUNCTIONAL-DISCURSIVE STUDY OF TOPONYMY AND ITS EARLY STAGES
Keywords:
Toponym, Functional-discursive approach, Discursive interpretation, Social implications, Pragmatic function, Symbolic meanings, Metaphorical implications, Literal meaning, Linguistic Context, ContextualizationAbstract
This article explores the functional-discursive dimensions of toponymy, focusing on its early developmental phases. It examines how place names (toponyms) serve not only as geographical identifiers but also as cultural artifacts that reflect social, historical, and linguistic dynamics. The study highlights the methodologies employed in analyzing toponymic data, emphasizing the interplay between language use and the socio-cultural contexts in which toponyms emerge. By tracing the evolution of place names from their origins to contemporary usage, the article sheds light on the significance of toponymy in understanding human interaction with space and identity formation. Furthermore, it discusses the implications of this research for broader fields such as geography, linguistics, and cultural studies, advocating for a multidisciplinary approach to the study of toponymy. This work contributes to the ongoing discourse on the role of language in shaping our understanding of place and community.
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