THE ROLE OF CONTEXT IN SEMANTIC INTERPRETATION OF ENGLISH WORDS
Keywords:
Context, semantics, meaning, pragmatics, discourse, lexical ambiguity, interpretation, English linguistics.Abstract
The meaning of an English word cannot be fully understood in isolation; it is always shaped by the context in which it appears. Context serves as a decisive factor in semantic interpretation, influencing both the denotative and connotative meanings of words. It provides the framework through which speakers and listeners infer intended meanings, resolve ambiguities, and interpret utterances correctly. This article examines the role of both linguistic and extralinguistic context in determining the semantic value of English words. It also discusses the importance of contextual meaning from the perspectives of pragmatics, cognitive linguistics, and discourse analysis. Understanding the function of context is crucial not only for accurate communication but also for language teaching, translation, and intercultural communication.
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