Ahmet ŞAFAK
A COMPILATION/EVALUATION ON NICKNAMES USED IN HATAY-KUMLU DISTRICT
In this study, nicknames, which are an important symbol in recognizing and distinguishing people living together more easily, are discussed in the example of Hatay-Kumlu. While giving a nickname, features such as physical characteristics, state and movements, behaviors, social status, economic situation, occupation, character, ethnic origin play a role. As a result, with this study, it is aimed to reveal the nicknames, which have an important function in preserving the culture in question and transferring it to future generations, in the example of Kumlu district of Hatay.
Keywords: Hatay-Kumlu Nicknames, Nicknames in Turkish, Nicknames, The Place of Nicknames in Turkish Language, Compilation.