A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK LANGUAGE

Abstract

This article explores the comparative features of emotional expression in English and Uzbek languages through the lens of gender-based communication. Drawing on interdisciplinary research in sociolinguistics, psychology, and communication studies, the paper examines how emotional attitudes are linguistically and pragmatically encoded in male and female speech. The study highlights the role of socialization, cultural norms, and gender roles in shaping expressive and instrumental communication patterns. While English-language research provides extensive insights into gendered communication differences, the article extends these findings to the Uzbek linguistic context, emphasizing similarities and culturally specific distinctions. The analysis reveals that women tend to employ emotionally expressive, relational, and supportive communication strategies, whereas men favor instrumental, status-oriented, and less emotionally explicit forms of interaction. The paper also addresses verbal and non-verbal communication, conflict behavior, and emotional expression such as anger. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of cross-linguistic and cross-cultural communication and provide a foundation for further comparative linguistic research.