PROBLEMS OF TRANSLATING CULTURE-SPECIFIC WORDS IN ENGLISH–UZBEK LEXICOGRAPHY

This article examines the problems of translating culture-specific words in English–Uzbek lexicography. The study focuses on cultural realia, nationally specific concepts, and the semantic and pragmatic features of linguistic units. It highlights the challenges that arise when finding appropriate Uzbek equivalents for English culture-bound terms, including the lack of direct equivalence, differences in connotative meanings, and issues related to linguocultural interpretation. The paper also analyzes major translation strategies such as transcription, transliteration, descriptive translation, and functional adaptation. The findings emphasize the importance of accurately representing cultural components in bilingual dictionaries and provide practical recommendations for translators and lexicographers working with English and Uzbek languages.