COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF NUMBER-BASED PROVERBS AND IDIOMS IN UZBEK AND ENGLISH
Keywords:
proverbs, numbers, culture, idioms, idiomatic expressions, numerical elements, historical and religious traditionsAbstract
This article is dedicated to exploring the use of numbers in proverbs and idioms in English and Uzbek, focusing on their cultural significance and symbolic meanings. By analyzing common numerical expressions, the study identifies frequently used numbers such as two, three, seven, forty, and a thousand, highlighting their roles in shaping cultural identities and values. The findings reveal both universal patterns and cultural differences, such as the prominence of the number seven in both languages and the unique significance of forty in Uzbek due to historical and spiritual traditions.
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