The Use of Some Onomastic Units as a Nickname
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This article explores the multifaceted world of nicknames in the Uzbek language, analyzing their origins, classifications, and cultural significance. It delves into the process of how words transform into nicknames based on various lexical-semantic groups, including anthroponyms (personal names), zoonyms (animal names), and other categories. The article provides numerous examples of nicknames and their associated meanings, highlighting how they reflect cultural values, social dynamics, and individual characteristics. It emphasizes the role of nicknames in informal communication and their impact on daily life. KEYWORDS: nicknames, uzbek language, anthroponymsm, zoonymsm, lexical-semantic groups, informal communication, cultural significance, social dynamics, individual characteristics, folk etymology.
DOI: 10.36713/epra18275
Author: Kadirova Khurshida Marselovna
Language: English
Topic: Language and Culture
Subfield: Linguistics and Language
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4402511604