Semantic features of color terms in Russian and the Finno-Ugric languages: comparative aspect

the article provides a comparative analysis of lexical-semantic fields of color terms in Russian and Finno-Ugric languages (using the examples of Udmurt and Komi-Zyryan). Based on semantic, etymological, and linguocultural analysis, universal and nationally specific features are revealed in the color worldview of Russian and Finno-Ugric peoples of Russia. The article determines the peculiarities of formation, development, and functioning of color terms in the studied languages, their symbolic and cultural-connotative meanings. Special attention is paid to the structure of lexical-semantic fields, including core and peripheral components, as well as the etymology of basic color terms. The cultural connotations of basic colors and their role in traditional culture and rituals of the studied peoples are analyzed. The mechanisms of color nomination, ways of forming derivative color terms, and their functioning in various language spheres are examined in detail. The processes of linguistic interference in color vocabulary, features of borrowings, and calquing of color terms are investigated. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of metaphorical and symbolic meanings of color terms in folklore and literary texts. The study reveals that while there are typologically similar features determined by universal patterns of color designation and language contacts, each language demonstrates nationally specific features in the perception and categorization of color space.

color terms, lexical-semantic field, the Russian language, Finno-Ugric languages, linguistic worldview, cultural linguistics, comparative analysis