Oscillation verbs in the Uralic languages (on the Finnish, Nenets and Komi-Zyrian data): semantics and typology
This paper analyses the structure of the semantic field of oscillation in three Uralic languages. The crucial parameter for all three systems is whether the situation meets human needs and expectations: an oscillation controlled by human is lexicalized, as well as several situations that, on the contrary, cause inconvenience. In addition, various physical properties of the Trajector are relevant.