folkloristlikus
Folkloristlikus refers to the academic study of folklore. It encompasses the collection, analysis, and interpretation of traditional cultural expressions, beliefs, and practices. These expressions can manifest in various forms, including oral traditions like myths, legends, folktales, proverbs, and songs, as well as material culture such as crafts, architecture, and costume, and customary practices like rituals, festivals, and games.
The field of folkloristlikus seeks to understand the meaning, function, and transmission of folklore within societies.
Historically, folkloristlikus emerged in the 19th century, initially driven by nationalist interests to document and preserve