Cultural Geography and Social Relations

Flashcards covering key vocabulary related to cultural geography and social relations.

Cultural geography

The study of how culture and place relate to each other, focusing on cultural values, practices, and diversity.

Social geography

The study of social relations, identities, and inequalities in a spatial context.

Cultural regions

Areas that have a degree of homogeneity in cultural characteristics such as language, religion, and practices.

Topophobia

A feeling of dislike, fear, or anxiety related to a place.

Topophilia

Positive feelings and emotions about a place.

Vernacular regions

Regions defined through informal, shared perceptions that reflect strong cultural attachments.

Cultural adaptation

The process by which culture changes in response to shifting physical and social environments.

Cultural diffusion

The spread of new ideas and practices from one region to another.

Cultural appropriation

The adoption of elements of one culture by members of another culture in a way that can be considered inappropriate.

Lingua franca

A language selected or created to facilitate communication between groups.

Religious landscapes

Areas that reflect religious beliefs through their physical and cultural characteristics.

Exonyms

Names given to a place by outsiders, reflecting power relations and influences.

Cultural landscapes

Places that show how humans have interacted with the natural environment over time.

Regional identity

The sense of belonging to a specific region, contributing to a person's overall identity.

Mega cities

Large metropolitan areas that are particularly receptive to cultural changes and innovations.

Disappearing languages

Languages that become extinct when not passed on to future generations.

Cultural variables

Aspects such as language and religion that are crucial for understanding cultural landscapes.