COMIC EXPRESSIONS: A LINGUISTIC JOURNEY THROUGH ENGLISH AND UZBEK HUMOR
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Keywords: Phraseological Expressions, Comic effect, Humor, Linguistics, Cultural Context, English Language, Uzbek Language, Cognitive Linguistics, Translation Studies, Intercultural Communication, Comic Expression, Humor Theory, Phraseology, Cross-Linguistic Analysis.Abstract
Abstract. This article explores the phraseological expressions that convey comic effect in English and Uzbek, delving into the linguistic and cultural nuances inherent in each language. By analyzing a diverse array of idiomatic expressions, proverbs, and colloquialisms, the study aims to uncover the mechanisms through which humor is constructed and communicated across these two distinct linguistic landscapes.
Utilizing a comparative framework, the research analyses both the similarities and differences in the phraseological structures that embody comic expression in English and Uzbek. For instance, it examines how certain themes of humor, such as irony, sarcasm, satire, hyperbole, absurdity, and wordplay, are manifested in each language through unique phrases and idiomatic constructions. Furthermore, the study investigates how cultural contexts shape these expressions, revealing that while some aspects of humor may be universal, the specific phraseological choices reflect the underlying values, social norms, and historical contexts of each culture.
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