Burmese Kinship Terms in Taungdwingyi of Myanmar

Name: Candobasa

keyword: Burmese Kinship Terms

; Kinship Terms

; Myanmar

Abstract: This thesis is entitled “Burmese Kinship Terms in Taundwingyi of Myanmar”. The objectives of this research were: 1) to study the Burmese kinship terms in Oh Gone and Yinn Thazi villages Taungdwingyi city of Myanmar, and2) to study the function of Burmese Kinship terms in Oh Gone and Yinn Thazi villages Taungdwingyi city of Myanmar. The research involved a target population of 278 people in Oh Gone and Yinn Thazi villages Taungdwingyi city of Myanmar, all of whom participated in the study. The study followed both quantitative and qualitative research methodology employing the questionnaire, in-depth interview, and additional comments collected from 278 respondents and it was analyzed by using SPSS version by means of frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation (SD). The Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) was utilized for the comprehensive examination of the collected data. The result of research was found as follows: The researchers found that the linguistic differences and modifications in the expression of familial relationships, with a focus on understanding how specific kinship terms undergo morphological changes within the cultural and linguistic context of these two villages as stated that the investigation included 278 respondents, with 40.60% male and 59.40% female respondents. The age of respondents was divided into four categories, with 25.20% of respondents aged 25.20% being the majority. Regarding marital status, 34.50% were single, 21.90% married, with no respondents indicating divorce or other status. Overall, the majority of respondents were female, single, and married. In the quantitative analysis the majority of key informants used Burmese kinship terms in Taungdwingyi Myanmar, with high agreement levels on issues such as difficulty expressing ideas. The study sought to provide insights into the variations and nuances in the usage of familial language in different localities of Taungdwingyi city. This research focused on understanding the roles and significance of Burmese kinship terms within the cultural contexts of Oh Gone and Yinn Thazi villages in Taungdwingyi city, Myanmar. The study was explored how these terms function in shaping interpersonal relationships, societal structures, and cultural norms within these specific communities. The study aimed to uncover local perspectives and practices associated with Burmese kinship terminology, providing insights into the cultural intricacies that define familial bonds and social interactions in these villages.

Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University. Central Library

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Name: Narongchai Pintrymool

Role: อาจารย์ที่ปรึกษา

Name: Sakchai Posai

Role: อาจารย์ที่ปรึกษา

Created: 2023

Modified: 2025-08-18

Issued: 2025-08-18

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DegreeName: Master of Arts Degrees

Level: Master's Degree

Descipline: Linguistics

Grantor: Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University

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