The Cognitive Model Of The “Family” Concept And Its Relation To National Mentality
Keywords:
family concept, cognitive model, national mentality, culture, comparative linguisticsAbstract
This article presents a detailed and clear analysis of the cognitive model of the “family” concept and its connection with national mentality. The study is written in simple academic language and is based on comparative analysis of English and Uzbek linguistic data. Family is understood as a key cultural value and a mental construct shaped by traditions, social norms, and everyday experience. The research shows that although the family concept is universal, its interpretation and structure differ depending on national culture and mentality.
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