PRAGMATIC FEATURES OF PROVERBS IN UZBEK AND ENGLISH DISCOURSES
Keywords:
proverbs, pragmatics, cultural wisdom, uzbek discourse, english discourse, social norms, communication, indirectness, directness, social harmony, language and culture, pragmatic functions, cross-cultural communication, proverbs in discourseAbstract
This article explores the pragmatic features of proverbs in Uzbek and English discourses, highlighting the cultural and communicative roles these expressions play in both languages. Proverbs, as succinct expressions of cultural wisdom, serve various functions in communication, such as providing advice, reinforcing social norms, and facilitating social interaction. The article examines the indirectness and tact in Uzbek proverbs, which help maintain social harmony, and compares them to the more direct and persuasive nature of English proverbs, reflecting cultural differences. Through this analysis, the article reveals the interplay between language, culture, and pragmatics in shaping how proverbs function in everyday discourse. The study offers insights into the role of proverbs in both individual and social communication, underscoring their significance in both languages' pragmatic structures.
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