National-Cultural Characteristics of Uzbek and English Languages
Keywords:
Uzbek language, English language, national-cultural characteristics, affectionate expressions, zoonyms, plant metaphors, food-related terms, comparative linguistics, language and culture, linguistic relativity, cultural identity, emotional expression, translation, intercultural communication.Abstract
This research article delves into the comparative study of the national-cultural characteristics of the Uzbek and English languages, particularly focusing on affectionate expressions. It explores how language encapsulates cultural identity and emotional nuances influenced by historical and socio-cultural contexts. By analyzing linguistic phenomena such as zoonyms, plant metaphors, and food-related terms, the study uncovers universal patterns and cultural distinctions in how affection is expressed. Findings highlight the differences in linguistic practices shaped by typological systems—agglutinative in Uzbek and analytical in English—and their respective cultural paradigms rooted in agricultural and urban-industrial traditions. The research underscores the practical implications for translation, education, and intercultural communication.