В статье исследуется влияние экстралингвистических факторов на формирование архитектурной терминологической системы. Автор анализирует социальные, культурные, исторические, экономические и технологические аспекты, определяющие развитие терминологии в архитектурном дискурсе. Особое внимание уделяется стандартизации терминологии, организации знаний и междисциплинарному взаимодействию. На основе теоретического анализа выделены ключевые факторы, такие как глобализация, исторические события и инновации, которые не только формируют терминосистему, но и отражают изменения в профессиональном обществе.
Ключевые слова: терминосистема; экстралингвистические факторы; архитектурный дискурс.
Specialized A terminological system is a structured collection of terms that represent concepts within a specific domain, organized to reflect their interrelations and definitions. It encompasses classifications, vocabularies, thesauri, nomenclatures, and ontologies, often designed to ensure clarity, consistency, and precision in communication within a given field [3, с. 96].
In the architectural discourse, terminological systems are crucial for several reasons. First, in terms of standardization, they provide a consistent framework for naming architectural elements, styles, and techniques, reducing ambiguity in professional communication. Second, terminological systems contribute to knowledge organization. By categorizing and defining terms, they facilitate the organization and retrieval of architectural knowledge. Third, standardized terminology enables effective cross-disciplinary collaboration between architects, engineers, historians, and other stakeholders. Finally, terminological systems help document and preserve architectural heritage by codifying terms associated with historical styles and practices.
The research objectives are to analyse how extralinguistic factors influence the development of architectural terminology and identify the key extralinguistic factors involved.
Extralinguistic factors refer to external, non-linguistic influences that shape the development, usage, and evolution of language [4, с. 99]. These include social, cultural, historical, political, economic, and technological contexts that affect linguistic systems and communication practices [2, с. 127].
According to interactional sociolinguistics cultural context and social knowledge influence verbal interactions. It highlights the role of contextual presuppositions, such as prior sociocultural experiences and communicative expectations, in shaping language use. Contextualization cues (verbal and non-verbal) are central to understanding how extralinguistic factors impact communication [1, с. 45].
Based on diffusion theory, in interlingual relations, diffusion explains how elements from one language are transferred to another due to social interaction or bilingualism. This process involves two stages: interference (deviation from linguistic norms) and integration (adoption into the linguistic system) [1, с. 47].
The key extralinguistic factors which influence the formation of the architectural terminology system are outlined below:
Table 1
Extralinguistic factors influencing the formation of the architectural terminology system
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Extralinguistic factor |
Influence on term formation |
Example |
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1. Social factors |
Language evolves alongside societal changes, including shifts in norms, values, and institutions. |
The rise of the middle class during the 19th century in Europe and North America led to the proliferation of suburban homes. Terms like “row house”, “suburban housing” became common, reflecting societal values of privacy, family life, and affordability. |
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2.Cultural influences |
Cultural identity and heritage play a significant role in shaping terminology and linguistic preferences. |
Terms like “Baroque”, “Gothic” or “Romanesque” emerged to describe architectural styles that were heavily influenced by the religious and artistic priorities of their time. |
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3. Historical context |
Major historical events, such as colonization or migration, often introduce new linguistic elements or alter existing ones. |
After World War II, architectural terms like “brutalism” arose to describe minimalist, functional designs that focused on rapid rebuilding efforts. This style reflected the economic constraints and pragmatic needs of post-war societies. |
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4. Economic and political dynamics |
Economic globalization and political integration foster cross-linguistic influences, leading to borrowing or code-switching. |
Globalization accelerates the spread of linguistic elements across cultures and fosters standardized terms across regions. |
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5. Technological advancements |
Innovations create new terminology systems while facilitating faster dissemination of language changes. |
Technological advancements introduce new concepts, e.g. “sustainable architecture”, “smart buildings”, “BIM-technology”, “green buildings”, etc. |
Thus, as shown in the table, extralinguistic factors such as social dynamics, historical changes, technological advancements, etc. not only shape the terminological system of architecture but also reflect broader societal, historical, economic and other values and contexts. These influences ensure that architectural terminology evolves together with changes in culture, technology, and professional practices.
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