LINGUOCULTURAL FEATURES OF ONOMATOPOEIC WORDS IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK
Keywords:
onomatopoeia, phonosemantics, national culture, lexical-semantic analysis, sound imitation, linguistic worldviewAbstract
This article explores the linguistic and cultural dimensions of onomatopoeic words in English and Uzbek. Onomatopoeia functions as an important linguistic category that reflects human sensitivity to sounds in the natural and social environment. As lexical units, they embody not only phonetic representation but also cultural and emotional symbolism. The study discusses the phonosemantic properties of sound-imitative words, their stylistic functions in literature, and their role in expressing national identity. By drawing on examples from literary texts and folk traditions, the paper highlights both the similarities and distinctions between the two languages, showing how sound imitation mirrors cultural worldviews and contributes to linguistic creativity.
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