Bridging Thought and Reality: Frege`s Enduring Impact on Philosophy of Language

Authors : Ufuk Özen Baykent, Sena Tavacı

Pages : 1-17

Doi:10.20981/kaygi.1609558

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Publication Date : 2025-03-28

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This paper delves into the pivotal contributions of Gottlob Frege to the philosophy of language, emphasizing his distinctions between sense (Sinn) and reference (Bedeutung) and his formal logical systems. Frege\\\'s foundational works, including Begriffsschrift and Grundlagen der Arithmetik, are examined to contextualize his philosophical framework. Central to Frege\\\'s theory is the distinction between sense and reference, exemplified in his analysis of proper names and definite descriptions, which has profoundly influenced the understanding of meaning and truth in linguistic expressions. The paper further explores Frege\\\'s impact on analytic philosophy, highlighting his contributions to logical positivism, formal semantics, and principles of compositionality. Lycan’s, Schiffer’s, and Schellenberg’s perspectives on Frege are also considered to demonstrate the lasting relevance of his theories. Despite criticisms, Frege\\\'s theories remain essential for analyzing the logical structure of language and understanding the relationship between language, thought, and reality. His legacy underscores his enduring significance as a foundational figure in the study of language and meaning.
Keywords : Philosophy of Language, Linguistic Turn, Frege, Sense, Reference, Artificial Intelligence