SOCIOLINGUISTIC ASPECTS OF EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION: ENGLISH AND UZBEK IN CULTURAL CONTEXT

This article investigates the sociolinguistic aspects of emotional expression in English and Uzbek languages, focusing on how cultural norms influence linguistic realization of emotions. Language functions not only as a communicative tool but also as a reflection of cultural values, social hierarchy, and interpersonal relations. The study analyzes emotional vocabulary, metaphorical structures, and pragmatic strategies in both languages, revealing significant cross-cultural differences.