Denotációból

Denotációból is a Hungarian term referring to the denotation of a word or phrase. Denotation is the literal, explicit, or primary meaning of a word, devoid of any associated feeling or suggestion. It is the dictionary definition, the objective meaning that is generally agreed upon and understood by speakers of a language. For example, the denotation of the word "dog" is a domesticated carnivorous mammal that typically has a long snout, an acute sense of smell, and a barking, howling, or whining voice. This is the primary, factual meaning.

In contrast to connotation, which refers to the emotions, ideas, or cultural associations that a word evokes, denotation focuses purely on the referent. When analyzing language, understanding the denotation is crucial for establishing a baseline meaning before considering any secondary or implied meanings. It forms the foundation of communication, ensuring that the intended literal message is conveyed accurately. For instance, the denotation of "red" is a color at the end of the visible light spectrum, next to orange and opposite violet. While "red" can have connotations of anger, passion, or danger, its denotation remains simply the specific color. The term "denotációból" specifically points to this aspect of a word's meaning in a Hungarian context.