SPECIFIC FEATURES OF TERM FORMATION IN ENGLISH

Abstract

This paper investigates the pragmatic and systemic principles governing term formation in specialized English discourse. Unlike general word-building, English terminogenesis is structurally constrained by the demands of Language for Specific Purposes (LSP), which prioritizes communicative efficiency, structural compression, and systemic harmony. This study shifts focus toward the binary classification of primary and secondary term formation, exploring how English utilizes structural contours like morpho-syntactic blending, phrasal truncations, and functional conversion to map complex conceptual frameworks. By reviewing modern technical and business nomenclatures, the research reveals a distinct linguistic leaning toward semantic specialization and phrasal economy, offering critical insights for lexicographers and applied linguists.