Linguocognitive Characteristics of The Concepts of “Happiness” and “Baxt” in English and Uzbek National Cultures

This article examines the linguocognitive features of the concepts “happiness” and “baxt” in English and Uzbek national cultures through a comparative analysis of proverbs and phraseological units. These linguistic forms reflect cultural knowledge and collective experience. Using qualitative, semantic, cognitive, and comparative methods, the study identifies both universal and culture-specific characteristics. The findings show that although both concepts share a common emotional core, their interpretations differ due to cultural and social factors. In English, “happiness” is associated with individual satisfaction and internal states, whereas in Uzbek culture, “baxt” is linked to family, social harmony, and moral values. The study highlights the relationship between language, cognition, and culture.