Translation guide
A broad term in philosophy, social sciences, and architecture. This guide focuses on meanings relevant to English-speaking learners of Japanese, covering common academic and design contexts.
The theory that mental states are defined by their functional roles rather than by their physical makeup.
Standard translation in academic philosophy. Refers to the view that mental states are functional states.
Functionalism is one of the major positions in the philosophy of mind.
The theory that social institutions and practices should be understood in terms of the functions they perform for society as a whole.
Used in sociology and anthropology for structural functionalism. Often associated with Durkheim or Parsons.
Functionalist sociology analyzes social institutions in terms of their functions.
Specifically 'structural functionalism', a major school in mid-20th-century sociology.
The principle that the design of a building or object should be based on its intended function or purpose.
An approach that analyzes language in terms of the communicative functions it serves.
A theory that emphasizes the role of international organizations and cooperation in addressing common needs.
The Japanese term 機能主義 (きのうしゅぎ) is used across many disciplines. To avoid confusion, specify the field when first introducing the term, e.g., 心の哲学における機能主義 (functionalism in philosophy of mind).
Functionalism as a design philosophy is not the same as simply being practical or functional. For everyday 'functionality', use 機能性 (きのうせい) or 実用性 (じつようせい).
Parsons is a representative theorist of structural functionalism.
This product is designed with a focus on functionality.
Specifically 'functional grammar', a model within functional linguistics.
Systemic functional grammar was proposed by Halliday.
Neo-functionalism is a theory that explains the process of European integration.