International Journal of Literature and Language Studies
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2023): International Journal of Literature and Language Studies

A LINGUISTIC ANALYSIS OF VERBS EXPRESSING HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN ARABIC

Atul B (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Nov 2023

Abstract

the Arabic language possesses a highly intricate morphological system that encodes complex semantic nuances directly into the lexical architecture of its verbs. This article provides a comprehensive linguistic analysis of verbs expressing human behavior in Arabic, focusing on the intersection of morphology (ṣarf), lexical semantics (dalāla), and cognitive linguistics. By examining the derivational patterns (awzān) of the Arabic root-and-pattern system, specifically Forms II through X, this study demonstrates how intentionality, reciprocity, pretense, and psychological states are grammatically codified. Furthermore, the article explores the cognitive metaphors underlying behavioral lexicon, revealing how spatial and physical concepts map onto social and moral conduct. The findings illustrate that Arabic behavioral verbs do not merely describe actions but provide a microscopic view into the social pragmatics and psychological dimensions of the human actor.

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Abbrev

ijlls

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Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

The mission of the International Journal of Literature and Language Studies (IJLLS) is to provide readers with the development of language studies in linguistics and literature. In addition to manuscripts that center on the study, we welcome manuscripts on a wide range of topics relating to the ...