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{{Nihongo|'''Shinmura Izuru'''|新村出||extra=October 4, 1876-August 17, 1967}} is a [[Japan|Japanese]] [[Linguistics|linguist]] and [[Essay|essayist]]. His is best known for his many contributions to [[Kokugogaku|Japanese linguistics]] and [[lexicography]]. In honor of him, [[Shinmura Izuru Prize]] is annually awarded to contributions to Linguistics. |
{{Nihongo|'''Shinmura Izuru'''|新村 出||extra=October 4, 1876-August 17, 1967}} is a [[Japan|Japanese]] [[Linguistics|linguist]] and [[Essay|essayist]]. His is best known for his many contributions to [[Kokugogaku|Japanese linguistics]] and [[lexicography]]. In honor of him, [[Shinmura Izuru Prize]] is annually awarded to contributions to Linguistics. |
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== Background == |
== Background == |
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Shinmura was born in [[Yamaguchi prefecture]] on October 4, 1876. He graduated from the [[University of Tokyo| |
Shinmura was born in [[Yamaguchi Prefecture|Yamaguchi prefecture]] on October 4, 1876. He graduated from the [[University of Tokyo|Tokyo Imperial University]] in 1899 where he studied [[philology]] under the instruction of [[Ueda Kazutoshi]]. Between 1906 and 1909 he studied abroad in [[England]], [[Germany]], and [[France]] where he studied linguistics. In 1919 he received a [[Doctor of Letters]]. |
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== Career == |
== Career == |
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In 1902, Shimura taught at |
In 1902, Shimura taught at Tokyo Higher Normal School, and in 1904 at Tokyo Imperial University. After returning from studying abroad, he taught at [[Kyoto University|Kyoto Imperial University]] for a number of years. |
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Shinmura introduced western linguists to Japan and created the fundamental framework upon which modern [[Kokugogaku]] rests. His research included a study of the historical development of the Japanese language, a comparative study of Japanese with the neighboring languages, and etymology. He also made important contributions to the study of 16-17th century [[Kirishitan|Christian]] missionaries in Japan.<ref name="Nikkoku">Nihon Kokugo Daijiten (2000-2002)</ref><ref name="Daijiten">Nihon Rekishi Daijiten (2000)</ref><ref name="Britannica">Britannica (2007))</ref><ref name="MyPedia">My Pedia (2004))</ref> |
Shinmura introduced western linguists to Japan and created the fundamental framework upon which modern [[Kokugogaku]] rests. His research included a study of the historical development of the Japanese language, a comparative study of Japanese with the neighboring languages, and etymology. He also made important contributions to the study of 16-17th century [[Kirishitan|Christian]] missionaries in Japan.<ref name="Nikkoku">Nihon Kokugo Daijiten (2000-2002)</ref><ref name="Daijiten">Nihon Rekishi Daijiten (2000)</ref><ref name="Britannica">Britannica (2007))</ref><ref name="MyPedia">My Pedia (2004))</ref> |
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Template:Japanese name Shinmura Izuru (新村 出, October 4, 1876-August 17, 1967) is a Japanese linguist and essayist. His is best known for his many contributions to Japanese linguistics and lexicography. In honor of him, Shinmura Izuru Prize is annually awarded to contributions to Linguistics.
Background
Shinmura was born in Yamaguchi prefecture on October 4, 1876. He graduated from the Tokyo Imperial University in 1899 where he studied philology under the instruction of Ueda Kazutoshi. Between 1906 and 1909 he studied abroad in England, Germany, and France where he studied linguistics. In 1919 he received a Doctor of Letters.
Career
In 1902, Shimura taught at Tokyo Higher Normal School, and in 1904 at Tokyo Imperial University. After returning from studying abroad, he taught at Kyoto Imperial University for a number of years.
Shinmura introduced western linguists to Japan and created the fundamental framework upon which modern Kokugogaku rests. His research included a study of the historical development of the Japanese language, a comparative study of Japanese with the neighboring languages, and etymology. He also made important contributions to the study of 16-17th century Christian missionaries in Japan.[1][2][3][4]
During his career, Shinmura compiled a number of Japanese dictionaries: Jien, Genrin, and Kōjien for which he is most known for.[2][3]
In 1956 Shinmura was awarded the Order of Culture for his many contributions.[1][2][3]
Major works
- Nanban Sarasa, Kaizōsha,, 1924
- Nanban Kōki, Iwanami Shoten, 1925
- Tōhō Gengoshi Sōkō, Iwanami Shoten, 1927
- Tōa Gogen Shi, Oka Shoin, 1930
- Genrin, Zenkoku Shobō, 1949
- Kōjien, Iwanami Shoten, 1955
Notes
References
- Encyclopædia Britannica (in Japanese). Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. 2007.
- My Pedia (in Japanese). Heibonsha. 2004.
- Nihon Kokugo Daijiten (in Japanese). Vol. 7. Shōgakukan. 2000–2002. 10-ISBN 4-09-521007-9.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: date format (link) - Nihon Rekishi Daijiten (in Japanese). Vol. 2. Shōgakukan. 2000–2001. 10-ISBN 4-09-523002-9.
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