COGNITIVE AND LINGUO-CULTURAL ANALYSIS OF PERSONALITY-DESCRIPTIVE ADJECTIVES IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK
Keywords:
personality adjectives, cognitive linguistics, conceptual metaphor, linguo-culture, comparative analysisAbstract
This article explores the cognitive and linguo-cultural aspects of personality-descriptive adjectives in English and Uzbek. Using conceptual metaphor theory and cross-linguistic analysis, the study examines how adjectives that describe personality are conceptualized and interpreted in these two languages. The research highlights the connection between language, thought, and culture, showing how personality traits are not merely lexical units but also reflections of cognitive patterns and cultural values. The findings reveal that while some personality traits share universal conceptualizations, their cultural interpretations differ significantly, reflecting the underlying social norms, ethical standards, and mentalities of English- and Uzbek-speaking communities.
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