SEMANTIC-ANTHROPOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF MALE AND FEMALE IMAGES IN FOLK PROVERBS

• Mashrabjonova Shakhrizoda Golibjon kizi

  ULUGBEK PERFECT EDU Non-governmental educational institution Teacher

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This article provides a comparative analysis of the linguistic, cultural, gender, and semantic features of male and female images in Uzbek folk proverbs. The study reveals how the concepts of masculinity and femininity are expressed in folk proverbs, their place in the folk mindset, and their connection with the patriarchal value system. The male image is interpreted mainly as a symbol of strength, responsibility, protection, and leadership, while the female image is interpreted as a symbol of love, loyalty, blessing, and patience. Also, the idea of ​​gender balance in the folk consciousness, that is, the complementary social and spiritual roles of men and women, is highlighted through the language of proverbs.

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