What does linguistic identity consist of?

A Saussurean question

Authors

  • Maria Fausta Pereira de Castro University of Campinas / UNICAMP

Abstract

This work proposes a reflection on the Saussurean concept of linguistic identity. The Analytical Index of the Cours de Linguistique Générale (1968[1916]) shows us that the term identity receives only two entries: a chapter on synchronic identity and another on diachronic identity. Those two topics, however, open up a universe of great theoretical scope. With the help of other sources of consultation, our objective is to reflect on the paths pointed out by Saussure to face the problem of linguistic identity, namely, the issue of the point of view and the consideration of an entity type that breaks up with the philosophical tradition.
Keywords: Identity. Difference. Value. Point of view. Synchrony/diachrony.

 

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Published

2020-08-27

How to Cite

Pereira de Castro, M. F. (2020). What does linguistic identity consist of? A Saussurean question. Todas As Letras - Revista De Língua E Literatura, 22(2), 1–12. Retrieved from http://editorarevistas.mackenzie.br/index.php/tl/article/view/13432

Issue

Vol. 22 No. 2 (2020): Todas as Letras

Section

Dossiê – Curso de Linguística Geral

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The originals accepted and published become property of Mackenzie Presbyterian University, being forbidden their total or partial reproduction without permission of the Editorial Board, except for study and research.