유의어 분류사 ‘条’와 ‘根’의 의미 초점과 도식화

Abstract

Chinese classifiers ‘Tiao' and ‘Gen' are shape classifiers that share the common attribute of being synonyms that are “thin and long,” which makes it difficult for learners to distinguish and select between them. Although both classifiers respond similarly to thin and long objects, they form specific combinations with certain objects and are sometimes used interchangeably with others. This study aims to differentiate the original meanings of ‘Tiao' and ‘Gen' by using their respective senses as cognitive reference points for activating them as classifiers and by using schematization to enhance understanding. Based on the analysis results, ‘Tiao' focuses on a consistent linear shape to categorize objects, while ‘Gen' has a reference point in its use based on the root of a plant, which serves as the background for the classifier's meaning. Therefore, the reference point for ‘Gen' also shows a schematic with a long shape with one end fixed or possessing a starting point.