A Comparative Analysis of Ethical Behavior Models in Karakalpak and English Ethnic Communities
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This study examines ethical behavior in British and Karakalpak cultures through a cross-cultural analysis of linguokinemes—kinetic units of language that convey social and ethical norms. Based on 19th-century literary texts and contemporary sources, we analyze the use of handshakes, physical contact, gaze, and facial expressions, highlighting both commonalities and differences in ethical norms and social interaction styles. The methodology includes categorization of positive, negative, conditionally positive, and conditionally negative nominations, construction of thematic clusters, and comparison within and between cultures. Results reveal that handshakes and physical contact are used differently across the two cultures, reflecting historical, religious, and social influences, while gaze and facial expressions serve as significant indicators of passive-aggressive behavior and emotional attitudes. The study demonstrates that variations in laughter and smiles, as well as the frequency and type of kinesic actions, can inform psycholinguistic profiles and deepen understanding of cultural expectations, ethical norms, and social cohesion within and across ethnolinguistic communities.
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