The concept of "distance" in the semantics of nouns

Analysis of the semantic structure of English nouns and adjectives representing the concept of distance

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• Olga Guseva

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• 204 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Dizionari Linguistici e Libri di Testo
• Libri di testo

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Focusing on the cognitive aspects of language, this study delves into English nouns and adjectives that express "distance." It examines how language semantics intertwine with cognitive processes, revealing how our perceptions of reality shape word meanings. The research emphasizes the significance of understanding distance as a fundamental concept in both linguistics and cognition, highlighting its role as an essential element of space and time. This exploration contributes to the broader understanding of how language reflects human thought and experience.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2021

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