The function of proverbs as practical instruments in Uzbek and English discourse is examined in this article. It looks at the ways in which proverbs mediate social connections, reinforce cultural norms, and impart knowledge. In terms of their application in diverse social circumstances, their idiomatic and metaphorical frameworks, and the cultural values they represent, the study draws comparisons and contrasts between Uzbek and English proverbs. The essay illustrates the importance of proverbs in pragmatic conversation by examining them as indirect speech acts, providing important insights into how language operates in various cultural contexts. This comparative study highlights the significance of proverbs in intercultural communication and the common human experience they capture.

proverbs, pragmatics, discourse, uzbek language, english language, cross-cultural communication, indirect speech acts, cultural values, social relationships, language and culture, communication strategies.

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