Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Mas Said Surakarta
International Conference on Cultures & Languages

Dialectics of Lexical and Cultural Semantics: A Linguistic and Anthropological Perspective

Date Published : 5 December 2025

Contributors

Neldi Harianto

Author

Rengki Afria

Second Author

Julisah Izar

Third Author

Denny Defrianti

Fourth Author

Keywords

lexical semantics; cultural semantics; linguistic anthropology; discourse analysis;

Proceeding

Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): Proceeding of International Conference on Cultures & Languages 2025

Track

General Track

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Abstract

This study explores the dialectics between lexical semantics and cultural semantics through linguistic and anthropological perspectives, aiming to reveal the dynamic interplay between language meaning and cultural contexts. Lexical semantics analyzes the structural relations of word meaning within the language system, while cultural semantics emphasizes the role of social values, norms, and collective experiences in shaping meaning. Using a qualitative methodology that combines discourse analysis and linguistic ethnography, the findings highlight a reciprocal relationship: lexical meaning is enriched by cultural dimensions, and cultural concepts are mediated through lexical expressions. The study underscores the necessity of integrating both approaches to achieve a more comprehensive understanding of language and its socio-cultural realities. The results contribute to advancing interdisciplinary semantic studies and fostering cross-cultural communication.

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Neldi, N. (2025). Dialectics of Lexical and Cultural Semantics: A Linguistic and Anthropological Perspective. International Conference on Cultures & Languages, 3(1), 1115-1123. https://conferences.uinsaid.ac.id/iccl/paper/view/432