FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPER NOUNS

Authors

  • Valizaoy Obobakirova Teacher at ASIFL

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55640/

Keywords:

proper noun, onomastics, anthroponym, toponym, nominative function, identificational function, differential function, expressive function, stylistic function, cultural memory, linguistic analysis, semantics

Abstract

This article examines the functional characteristics of proper nouns and their role within the language system. Proper nouns occupy a special place in linguistics as lexical units used to name and distinguish specific people, places, objects, historical events, and cultural phenomena. The study analyzes the main functions of proper nouns, including nominative, identificational, differential, expressive, stylistic, social, and cultural-cumulative functions. The article also highlights the pragmatic significance of proper nouns in modern linguistic research. The findings demonstrate that proper nouns are not merely naming devices but also important carriers of cultural heritage and social values.

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Published

2026-04-27

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 4 (2026): Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations

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How to Cite

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPER NOUNS. (2026). Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations, 5(4), 834-835. https://doi.org/10.55640/

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