"Wonder" and ,,სასწაული”: Etymology and Linguocultural Parallels in English and Georgian

Authors

  • Anano Endeladze Tbilisi State University Author

Keywords:

wonder, etymology, connotation, derivative, conversion, Georgian correlates

Abstract

The lexical unit "wonder" is of interest from a linguistic, historical, cultural, and etymological perspectives. The article explores the etymology of the word, its origin, semantic evolution, and conceptual framework. The word "wonder" originates from the Old English form "wundor", which, through linguistic transformations, gained its current morphological structure, meaning, and cultural significance. In the Georgian language, its correlate word "სასწაული" serves as an equivalent of "wonder", reflecting similar semantics. The research explores the multifaceted nature of "wonder" as an expression of human admiration, amazement, and emotional response.

Author Biography

  • Anano Endeladze, Tbilisi State University

    Anano Endeladze is a fourth year BA English Philology student. Her primary academic interests lie in the study of English literature, the exploration of intercultural connections, and their contemporary reflection. Her interest in literature deepened further during a semester of study at Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, where she had the opportunity to attend lectures by both English and Italian professors and to benefit from their academic expertise. Additionally, she is deeply engaged in linguistic studies, which facilitate her broader understanding of the English language. With some experience in lexicography, her fascination with the history of words has been a central motivator for this research. Driven by purpose and a profound passion for languages, she aims to become a knowledgeable and skilled expert in her field.

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2025-07-17

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No. 2 (2025): Philology (Students' Journal)

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"Wonder" and , სასწაული”: Etymology and Linguocultural Parallels in English and Georgian. (2025). Philology (Students’ Journal), 2. https://philology.tsu.ge/philology/article/view/87

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