A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF THE ETYMOLOGY OF PHRASEOLOGICAL UNITS IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK

This article presents a comparative study of the etymology of phraseological units in English and Uzbek. The research examines historical origins, cultural influences, and semantic development of idiomatic expressions in both languages. It highlights how English phraseological units are shaped by mythology, religion, literature, and historical events, while Uzbek idioms are strongly connected with folklore, Islamic culture, and traditional social life. The study also explores metaphorical structures and cognitive mechanisms underlying phrase formation. Results show that despite structural and cultural differences, both languages share universal patterns of human cognition expressed through figurative language. The research emphasizes the importance of etymological analysis in understanding cultural identity, improving translation accuracy, and supporting intercultural communication.