Perspektivwörterbuch
Perspektivwörterbuch, often translated as "perspective dictionary," is a linguistic concept that refers to a hypothetical lexicon where words are not defined by their inherent meaning alone but also by the viewpoint or perspective from which they are used. This concept suggests that the semantic value of a word can shift depending on the speaker's background, beliefs, social context, or the specific situation. For instance, the word "home" might have a different meaning for someone who has been displaced compared to someone who has always lived in the same place.
The idea of a Perspektivwörterbuch challenges traditional dictionary definitions that aim for objective and universal meanings.
While a literal, comprehensive Perspektivwörterbuch as a physical book is unlikely to exist due to the infinite