SEMANTIC ANALYSIS OF NATIONAL SPORTS IN TWO LANGUAGES: ENGLISH&UZBEK
Keywords:
national, sports, culture, diversity, language, semantic, identity.Abstract
The article gives information about a semantic analysis of national sports in two languages, English and Uzbek. The article identifies several semantic fields associated with national sports in both languages, including team sports, combat sports, sportsmanship, physical fitness, and cultural significance. The article highlights the differences in terminology used to describe certain sports, such as football and rugby, and emphasizes the cultural significance of national sports in Uzbekistan. The article also discusses the government's efforts to promote physical fitness and healthy living through national sports in Uzbekistan and the growing trend towards gender inclusivity and diversity in sports. Besides, the article provides valuable insights into the language and cultural contexts surrounding national sports in English and Uzbek.
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