Comparative Analysis Of Associative Fields In Uzbek And English Linguistic Cultures

Mirkhodjaeva Feruzakhon Ulugbekovna

Mirkhodjaeva Feruzakhon Ulugbekovna Department of Translation Theory and Comparative Linguistics, Faculty of Foreign Philology, National University of Uzbekistan

Keywords: Methodology, Associative Field, Integration, Linguacultural Studies, Adequate Techniques and Methods

Abstract

This study explores the integration of associative fields within Uzbek and English linguistic cultures, addressing a significant gap in cross-cultural linguistic research. While existing studies have primarily focused on individual languages, the comparative analysis of associative fields between different cultures remains underexplored. Utilizing a mixed-method approach that combines qualitative and quantitative analysis, we conducted associative experiments to examine the core components of everyday knowledge in both cultures. The findings reveal substantial differences in the cognitive mechanisms and strategies employed by Uzbek and English speakers, with Uzbeks demonstrating a preference for affective-evaluative approaches and English speakers favoring rational-analytical methods. These results underscore the importance of considering cultural context in linguistic research and have implications for enhancing intercultural communication and understanding.

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