The Problem Of Linguistic Terminology In Arabic Writings

Abstract

Linguistic terms are important within the field of linguistics, given its significant role in establishing a network of communicative relationships among all those involved in the development of linguistic studies. Terms are considered the key to building theories about the nature of linguistic terms. Therefore, researchers have made efforts to define their concepts and make them more precise. Scholars have shown great interest in terms, both in terms of definition and formulation, as well as their usage and application within various knowledge domains. Terms have a wide impact on the thoughts and work of scholars across different disciplines, as they are the fundamental means by which cultures are constructed and developed in various sciences. Due to the importance of linguistic terms, many researchers and linguists have hastened to study and simplify them, given the terminological complexities arising from the abundance of knowledge and the resulting chaos manifested in the multitude of synonyms, translations, and variations. Furthermore, the arbitrary placement of terms, the multitude of mechanisms for their generation, and the preference of one over another have added to the challenges. In order to achieve this, collective and individual efforts have multiplied, each with its own approach and methodology in dealing with linguistic terms, whether in translation, definition, or formulation.