LINGUISTIC FEATURES OF WORD MEANINGS IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK
Keywords:
Lexical semantics, polysemy, Idiom, cognate, cultural connotation, metaphor.Abstract
The comparative study of linguistic features pertaining to word meanings in English and Uzbek reveals significant insights into semantic structures and cultural identity. This research article examines the linguistic mechanisms behind word meanings, including lexical semantics, polysemy, and idiomatic expressions in the two languages. Through the analysis of these features, the study illustrates the connections between language, culture, and cognition while emphasizing the uniqueness of each language.
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