A LINGUISTIC AND CULTURAL STUDY OF CHILD-ORIENTED UNITS OF ADDRESS IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK
Keywords:
Child-directed address, English, UzbekAbstract
This article investigates the linguocultural dimensions of address forms aimed at children in English and Uzbek, illustrating how social and familial values shape vocabulary, morphology, and pragmatic usage. Drawing on cultural contexts, the study reveals both shared tendencies—such as affectionate diminutives—and distinct patterns of generational hierarchy and communal identity. By exploring how adults in each language employ various terms, from sweet nicknames to more formal expressions, the article demonstrates the role of vocative usage in transmitting cultural norms, emotional bonds, and views on childhood.
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