HOW FOOTBALL TERMS INFLUENCE CULTURE: EXAMPLES FROM UZBEK CULTURE

This thesis explores the profound impact of football terminology on Uzbek culture. Football, as a global phenomenon, not only influences sports but also leaves a lasting mark on language, cultural norms, and identity. Using examples from the Uzbek language and cultural practices, the thesis highlights how borrowed and adapted football terms enrich the Uzbek lexicon and shape societal interactions. The analysis includes historical, linguistic, and sociocultural perspectives, offering insights into the dynamic interplay between sports terminology and cultural identity.