A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF EUPHEMISTIC EXPRESSIONS RELATED TO DEATH IN JAPANESE AND UZBEK LANGUAGES

This article examines euphemistic expressions related to death in the Japanese and Uzbek languages from a comparative linguistic perspective. In many cultures, direct references to death are often avoided, and speakers prefer to use softer or indirect expressions. Such expressions are known as euphemisms and play an important role in reducing emotional tension and expressing politeness. The study analyzes the linguistic and cultural features of euphemistic expressions used to describe death in Japanese and Uzbek. Particular attention is given to metaphorical meanings and the cultural values reflected in these expressions. The research identifies similarities and differences between the two languages and demonstrates how cultural traditions and social norms influence the formation and use of euphemistic expressions.