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This paper evaluates Sukuma ethnoichthyology within the cognitive semantics theory\u2019s envisioning of Sukuma fish names. The motivation behind the investigation was geared by the lack of study on the topic and the peculiarities found in it. The Universal Grammar and cognitive semantics theories were used in data evaluation and explanations. This study employed a qualitative case study design, focusing on Lake Victoria and Juma Island. Data was collected through observation and unstructured interviews involving ten Sukuma native fisheries selected purposively. The study revealed that most of the Sukuma fish semantics structures are not encyclopaedic, embodied experiences as claimed in cognitive semantics, thus, they are bondless between signifier and signified. This study recommends further research aimed at coining theories that offer explanations for arbitrary names. The study also underscores the need for the younger generation to prioritise learning their local language names, including those of fish, as a means of preserving their linguistic heritage.<\/p>\n

Authors<\/h2>\n
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  • Chipanda Simon (The Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy, Tanzania)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Cognitive semantics, Fish, Lake Victoria, Names, Sukuma<\/p>\n

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