THE SYMBOLIC MEANINGS OF COLOURS IN UZBEKISTAN AND ENGLAND
Keywords:
Colour symbolism, culture, Uzbekistan, England, semiotics, intercultural communicationAbstract
This article explores the cultural and symbolic meanings of colours in Uzbekistan and England from a comparative perspective. It examines how historical, religious, and environmental factors influence the interpretation of colours in both societies. In Uzbek culture, colours such as blue, green, and white are deeply connected with spirituality, faith, and purity, reflecting Islamic traditions and harmony with nature. In contrast, English colour symbolism has developed through Christian heritage and modern psychology, where colours often represent emotions, morality, and social identity. The study identifies both similarities and differences between the two cultural systems: while white symbolizes purity and peace in both, red and black carry different associations. The paper concludes that colour functions as a universal yet culturally specific language through which societies express their values, emotions, and beliefs.
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