A COMPARATIVE SEMANTIC FIELD ANALYSIS OF “BENEFIT” ACROSS ENGLISH AND UZBEK CULTURES
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20643599Abstract
The study explores the meaning of the concept benefit and its semantic field in English and
Uzbek linguistic cultures. The aim is to determine the formation, development, and usage of this concept in both
languages through a comparative analysis of dictionaries, language corpora, and proverbs, as well as to identify
its internal semantic structure. Using conceptual analysis, semantic field mapping, and comparative analysis
based on lexicographic data, the research reveals that the concept of benefit consists of three semantic layers:
the core, near-periphery, and far-periphery.
In English, benefit is predominantly interpreted in a utilitarian sense, reflecting the individualistic and
pragmatic values of Anglo-Saxon culture. In Uzbek, the concept corresponding to benefit (foyda, manfaat, naf)
encompasses a broader range of meanings associated with collective values, moral responsibility, reciprocity,
and spiritual well-being. These features reflect the cultural traditions and socio-cultural norms of Uzbek society.
The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of intercultural communication, translation studies, and
foreign language teaching.
Keywords
concept, benefit, foyda, semantic field, linguoculturology, English language, Uzbek language, comparative analysis, utilitarian value, moral benefit, collectivism, reciprocity, cultural codeReferences
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