The Nominative-Figurative Function And Phenomenological Characteristics Of Sayings (In Uzbek And English)
Keywords:
Nominative function, Figurative language, Sayings vs. Proverbs, Metaphorical labeling, Genre characteristics, Uzbek folk idioms, English idiomatic sayings, Imagery.Abstract
This article explores the linguistic nature of sayings (matallar) as distinct from proverbs (maqollar). While proverbs offer a complete moral judgment, sayings primarily serve a nominative-figurative function, acting as metaphorical labels for human qualities, actions, and social situations. Through a comparative lens, the study analyzes how Uzbek and English sayings transform abstract concepts into vivid mental images. We examine the genre-specific features of sayings, such as their syntactic incompleteness and high emotional charge. By using cognitive tools, the paper demonstrates that sayings are not just linguistic decorations but essential tools for conceptualizing reality through "word-pictures."
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