The Typology of Arabic: A Study of Structure and Function
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Arabic typology, morphology, syntax, semantics, structure-function relationshipAbstrak
Purpose –Arabic, as one of the most dominant Semitic languages, possesses unique structural and functional features that make it a compelling subject of linguistic study. This research aims to analyze the typology of Arabic, focusing on its morphological, syntactic, and semantic aspects, as well as the relationship between its structure and function. The study is motivated by the need to understand the distinctiveness of Arabic, which not only serves as a tool for communication but also as a medium for cultural, religious, and aesthetic expression.
Design/methods/approach–This research employs a library research method by reviewing relevant scholarly literature and primary and secondary sources. The data were analyzed qualitatively using a descriptive-analytical approach to describe the characteristics of Arabic typology and its relevance to modern linguistic theories.
Findings–The findings reveal that Arabic has a root-based morphological system, syntactic flexibility supported by the i’rab system, and a semantic richness that is often context-dependent. The relationship between structure and function in Arabic demonstrates the integration of grammar and meaning, which supports not only communication but also rhetorical and aesthetic functions.
Research implications/limitations–The implications of this research include the necessity of an interdisciplinary approach to studying Arabic, particularly to enhance language learning and the application of global linguistic theories. However, this study is limited to a literature-based analysis, and further empirical studies are recommended to explore the pragmatic and sociolinguistic aspects of Arabic.
Originality/value–This research is original in its integration of structural and functional analysis of Arabic within a comprehensive framework of linguistic typology while offering new perspectives on the relevance of Arabic to global linguistic studies.
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