MAPPING GOODNESS: A VIRTUAL SEMANTIC ANALYSIS OF MORAL CONCEPTS IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK PROVERBS.
Keywords:
proverbs, semantics, goodness, conceptual metaphor, visual semantic mapping, English language, Uzbek language, moral values, cognitive linguistics, cultural linguistics.Abstract
This thesis explores how the concept of moral goodness is expressed in English and Uzbek proverbs through a visual semantic analysis. Using theories from frame semantics and cultural linguistics, key virtues such as honesty, kindness, and generosity are identified and mapped to reveal their conceptual structures. The study compares over 100 proverbs from both languages, showing cultural similarities and differences in how goodness is framed. Uzbek proverbs often reflect Islamic and collectivist values, while English ones lean toward individualistic and pragmatic views. Visual semantic maps are used to illustrate these patterns and highlight the cultural framing of moral concepts.
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