ontologjinë
Ontologjinë, also spelled ontology, is a branch of metaphysics that deals with the nature of being, existence, and reality. It seeks to answer fundamental questions about what entities exist, how they are related to each other, and what their basic categories are. Ontology is a key component of philosophy, and its principles are also applied in various fields such as computer science, information science, and linguistics.
The term "ontology" originates from the Greek words "ontos" meaning "being" and "logos" meaning "study" or "account."
In computer science and information science, ontology refers to a formal representation of knowledge within a
In linguistics, ontology is concerned with the categories of objects and their relationships. It is often studied
Despite its broad applications, ontology remains a complex and controversial field. Different philosophical traditions offer varying