Words, Terms, and Beliefs Related to the Walnut Tree in the Language and Culture of Ardakan People of Fars.

The purpose of this study is to record and maintain vocabulary related to walnuts and walnut tree harvesting in the city of Ardakan. The research method was based on direct observation and experience, and some information was collected based on interviews with people who were knowledgeable and aware of the subject, whose jobs were related to walnut trees or who had the necessary attention to terminology. This research shows that the vocabulary related to walnut harvesting in Ardakan city is often different from the synonymous and common words in other researched areas. Also, some common proverbs in Ardakan, Fars, are unique and were created based on the culture and importance of this tree. Culturally, it is shown how walnuts are harvested, and the roles of individuals are explained based on age. Also, from a cultural perspective, this study describes the special importance of the walnut tree in teaching children and adolescents about hard work and trade. In addition, attention is paid to the issue of walnut tree ownership, which is similar to other cities where previous research has been conducted, and it was found that multiple ownership also existed in the city of Ardakan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]