CULTURE-SPECIFIC METAPHORS IN ENGLISH AND RUSSIAN

Authors

  • Oripova O’g’iloy Baxtiyor qizi, Yusupova Shoira Batirovna National University of Uzbekistan named after Mirzo Ulugbek

Keywords:

metaphor, culture, English language, Russian, cognitive linguistics, stylistic devices, comparative analyses, linguistic universals, translation studies, cultural identity.

Abstract

 This article examines culture-specific metaphors in English and Russian from a comparative perspective. It focuses on metaphor as both a stylistic and cognitive phenomenon, highlighting its role in shaping cultural worldview. The study analyzes metaphorical expressions related to nature, emotions, and time, identifying both universal and culture-bound patterns. The results show that while some metaphors are shared across languages, many reflect unique cultural values and historical experiences.

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Published

2026-04-25

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Oripova O’g’iloy Baxtiyor qizi, Yusupova Shoira Batirovna. (2026). CULTURE-SPECIFIC METAPHORS IN ENGLISH AND RUSSIAN. Journal of Applied Science and Social Science, 16(4), 1167–1169. Retrieved from https://www.internationaljournal.co.in/index.php/jasass/article/view/4188

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Vol. 16 No. 4 (2026): Journal of Applied Science and Social Science

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