FUNCTIONAL-SEMANTIC PROPERTIES OF LEXICAL UNITS ADOPTED FROM GERMAN INTO UZBEK

Nargiza Karimova Muhamadjonovna

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Nargiza Karimova Muhamadjonovna Author

Abstract

German lexical borrowings in Uzbek exemplify the dynamic nature of language contact and cultural exchange. This article explores the functional-semantic properties of these borrowed lexical units, focusing on how they have been integrated into modern Uzbek. By analyzing their semantic shifts, morphosyntactic behavior, and pragmatic functions, this study demonstrates that German-borrowed words enrich the Uzbek lexical inventory while reflecting historical and sociolinguistic patterns of contact. The findings highlight the importance of systematic investigation for understanding the impact of German on Uzbek and provide suggestions for further research in the field of comparative linguistics.

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