SIMILARITIES BETWEEN UZBEK FOLK IDIOMS AND ENGLISH IDIOMS

INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL CONFERENCE “INTEGRATION OF MODERN LINGUISTICS WITH SCIENCE, EDUCATION, AND PRACTICE IN THE PROCESS OF GLOBALIZATION: NEW APPROACHES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND CHALLENGES”, DECEMBER 4, 2025 181 SIMILARITIES BETWEEN UZBEK FOLK IDIOMS AND ENGLISH IDIOMS Mansurova Mo'tabar, Ne'matova Shahlo Navoiy state university, Navoi Uzbekistan https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17802152 Abstract. This article explores the similarities between Uzbek folk idioms and English idioms. Idioms are fixed expressions that convey meaning, enrich sentences, and make language more vivid and understandable. Both Uzbek and English idioms reflect the customs, traditions, and culture of their people. They use metaphors and imagery to express emotions, human behavior, and universal experiences. By comparing idioms from different cultures, language learners can improve their vocabulary, understand cultural values, and communicate more effectively. This study highlights the role of idioms as a bridge between language and culture. Key Words: Uzbek idioms, English idioms, cultural similarities, folk expressions, metaphor, imagery, fixed expressions, language and culture, semantic meaning, cross-cultural comparison. Annotation. This article analyzes the semantic, cultural, and structural similarities and differences between Uzbek and English idioms. It compares the meanings, origins, and usage contexts of fixed expressions in both languages. The study also discusses translation challenges, cultural nuances, and effective strategies for teaching idioms to learners. The article highlights the importance of understanding idioms for improving communicative competence and developing cultural awareness among language learners. Introduction An idiom is a fixed expression whose meaning is different from the literal meaning of the individual words. It is understood as a whole and cannot be translated word-for-word. Idioms are used in each sentence to make it clear, understandable, and to enrich the meaning of the sentence.We can also consider the customs, traditions, and culture of the Uzbek nation, the English people, and other nations as fixed expressions that reflect their way of life in a simple and understandable way. Idioms are an important part of every language. They reflect culture, traditions, and ways of thinking. Comparing Uzbek and English idioms helps learners understand similarities and differences between cultures. Idioms make language more interesting and help people express emotions and ideas in a creative way. Section 1:– Semantic Similarities Many Uzbek and English idioms have similar meanings. For example, the Uzbek idiom “Boshiga qorni yetmaydi” and the English idiom “Head in the clouds” both describe a careless or inattentive person. These idioms help express human behavior in a simple and memorable way. "A piece of cake "= very easy in English culture and "Xamirdan qil sug'urgandik oson "in Uzbek culture . Time is money O‘zbekcha: Vaqt — oltin. INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL CONFERENCE “INTEGRATION OF MODERN LINGUISTICS WITH SCIENCE, EDUCATION, AND PRACTICE IN THE PROCESS OF GLOBALIZATION: NEW APPROACHES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND CHALLENGES”, DECEMBER 4, 2025 182 Ma’nosi: vaqt juda qimmat, uni behuda sarflash mumkin emas. Practice makes perfect O‘zbekcha: Mashq mo‘jiza yaratadi / Ko‘p mashq qilgan – ustoz bo‘ladi. Ma’nosi: ko‘p mashq qilgan odam mukammallikka erishadi. Don’t judge a book by its cover O‘zbekcha: Kitobni muqovasiga qarab baholama. Ma’nosi: tashqi ko‘rinishga qarab hukm chiqarma. Actions speak louder than words O‘zbekcha: Gap emas, ish gapiradi. Ma’nosi: odamning amali uning gapidan muhimroq. Honesty is the best policy O‘zbekcha: Halollik – eng yaxshi siyosat. Ma’nosi: halollik har doim eng to‘g‘ri yo‘l. Every cloud has a silver lining O‘zbekcha: Har bir yomonlikda bir yaxshilik bor. Ma’nosi: og‘ir vaziyatning ham yaxshi tomoni bo‘ladi. Kill two birds with one stone O‘zbekcha: Bir o‘q bilan ikki quyonni urmoq. Ma’nosi: bir harakat bilan ikki natijaga erishish. The early bird catches the worm O‘zbekcha: Erta turgan erinmas. / Erta turgan ishini bitiradi. Ma’nosi: erta harakat qilgan odam foyda ko‘radi. A friend in need is a friend indeed O‘zbekcha: Do‘st boshda bilinadi. Ma’nosi: haqiqiy do‘st qiyinchilikda ko‘rinadi. Better late than never O‘zbekcha: Hechdan ko‘ra kech yaxshi. Ma’nosi: kech bo‘lsa ham qilgan yaxshi, umuman qilmagandan ko'ra Section 2– Imagery and Metaphor Both languages use vivid imagery and metaphors. For instance, “Ilonni panjara ortida ushlash” in Uzbek and “A snake in the grass” in English describe hidden danger. The metaphor of a snake creates a clear mental image of deceit or betrayal. Such imagery helps learners remember the idioms easily. Section 3 – Cultural Similarities Uzbek and English idioms often reflect universal human experiences, emotions, and values. Topics like love, envy, cleverness, and hard work appear in idioms of both cultures. For example, the Uzbek idiom “Tog‘ni ko‘tarish” and the English idiom “To climb a mountain of work” both describe doing a very difficult task. These idioms show that despite cultural differences, human life and experiences are similar. Conclusion: In conclusion, Uzbek and English idioms share similarities in meaning, imagery, and cultural themes. Understanding these idioms helps language learners improve vocabulary, express ideas creatively, and gain cultural knowledge. Teachers can use idioms to make lessons more engaging and help students connect language with culture. INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL CONFERENCE “INTEGRATION OF MODERN LINGUISTICS WITH SCIENCE, EDUCATION, AND PRACTICE IN THE PROCESS OF GLOBALIZATION: NEW APPROACHES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND CHALLENGES”, DECEMBER 4, 2025 183 REFERENCE 1. Jadid adabiyot: Abdulla AvloniyTurkiy Guliston yohud Axloq asarida 2. Ingliz adabiyoti "Samuel Smiles " Self-Help" 3. Alisher Navoiy " Mahbub-ul qulub 4. Benjamin Franklin " Poor Rechard's 5. Temur Tuzuklari: 6. William Shakespeare's "King Lear" 7. Abdulla Qodiriy "O'tgan kunlar '' 8. Charles Dikens " Great Expectations " 9. So others folklore idioms.