المعيار
Volume 15, Numéro 2, Pages 308-319
2024-12-05

The Nature And Role Of Linguistic Terms Within Arab Culture

Authors : Kerkour Ahlem .

Abstract

Terminology is an essential part of scientific research, forming the core of knowledge development. Without clear definitions, conceptual understanding becomes difficult. Scientific disciplines use linguistic principles to create and organize terminology, contributing to the shaping of their identities. Despite Ferdinand de Saussure's fundamental contributions to linguistics, the use of terminology in Arabic often faces interpretive challenges. This study aims to clarify the nuances of linguistic terminology and Saussure's theory of the linguistic sign by exploring the conceptual framework of this theory. It also examines the state of linguistic terms in contemporary Arab culture and Saussure's approach to linguistic phenomena. The main findings reveal the intrinsic connection between the signifier and the signified, which challenges Saussure's concept of arbitrariness by highlighting its inherent contradictions. The study revisits Saussure's theory, uncovering its complexities and calling for a reevaluation of established linguistic norms.

Keywords

Keywords: linguistic term; linguistics; linguistic sign; language; tongue.