American Structuralism

American Structuralism is an approach in linguistics and anthropology that studies systems of meaning and structure within languages and cultures. It focuses on analyzing how elements like words, sounds, and symbols relate to each other within a larger, organized framework, rather than examining individual parts in isolation. By identifying patterns and relationships, structuralists aim to understand the underlying rules that shape communication and social meanings. This perspective emphasizes that everything—language, myths, customs—is interconnected, revealing the structure of human thought and social life.