SEMANTIC AND PRAGMATIC FEATURES OF ENGLISH AND UZBEK PROVERBS: A COMPARATIVE PERSPECTIVE
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This article analyzes the semantic and pragmatic features of English and Uzbek proverbs. It shows that proverbs in both languages convey figurative and culturally embedded meanings beyond their literal form and function as indirect speech acts for advice and moral evaluation. While many proverbs express universal human values, others reflect culture-specific priorities, such as collectivism in Uzbek and pragmatism in English traditions. The study underscores the role of proverbs in translation, language education, and intercultural communication, highlighting their importance for cross-cultural understanding.
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