The Issue of Cultural Notes in the Conceptual Interpretation of Color Names in the English and Uzbek Languages
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This study explores the role of cultural notes in the lexicographic description of color names, focusing on conceptual interpretations of black and white in English and Uzbek. Employing comparative analysis, it investigates how general and linguocultural dictionaries reflect culturally specific values through etymological explanations of idioms and color-related traditions. Examining theoretical principles of semasiology and lexicographic interpretation, the study highlights how color adjectives acquire distinct connotations across cultures. Examples from Uzbek and English illustrate symbolic associations of white (purity, blessing) and black (mourning, misfortune). The research underscores the significance of cultural notes in enriching dictionary entries and facilitating a deeper understanding of the language-culture-color relationship, positioning the dictionary as a valuable tool for cultural exploration.
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