CONTRASTIVE ANALYSIS OF PHRASES WITH THE CONCEPT “KNOWLEDGE” IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK LANGUAGES

Abstract

This article investigates the linguistic and cultural peculiarities of phrases related to the concept knowledge in English and Uzbek languages. The research aims to identify semantic, structural, and cultural differences between these expressions. The contrastive analysis reveals that while both languages regard knowledge as a vital part of human life and progress, the ways in which they verbalize this concept reflect different historical, moral, and philosophical views. English phrases tend to emphasize intellectual achievement and practical benefits, while Uzbek phrases express moral and spiritual enlightenment associated with learning and wisdom.