KOREANPROVERBS Bazarova Shaxlo Shuxratovna

Аннотация

This article explores a specific genre within Uzbek and Korean folk traditions — proverbs. It focuses on how proverbs reflect and address gender-related themes. Folklore includes various forms of expression such as songs, riddles, and sayings attributed to both women and men. The article examines the unique characteristics of proverbs as a distinct genre withinthis cultural context. Key words: gender roles, social values, poetics, gender, concept, proverb, feeling, folklore, character, nation, mentality, spiritual interpretation. Introduction:Women's prose occupies a significant place in South Korean literature, with a distinct historical trajectory that spans several periods of development. Unfortunately, this topic has not yet received sufficient scholarly attention within Uzbek Korean studies. A closer examination of the subject reveals that numerous genres within Korean oral folk traditions express the emotional world and inner experiences of women. Notably, both Uzbek and Korean oral folklore—particularly genres such as proverbs, riddles, quatrains, and folk songs—offer vivid representations of gender-related themes. When these genres are analyzed in depth, it becomes evident that they reflect the distinct realms of women and men, conveyed through specificdetails and imagery. In discussing the linguocultural features of proverbs, it is essential to address the unique national character and mentality of each people. Proverbs, as a condensed form of cultural expression, play a vital role in reflecting the worldview, history, traditions, and mentality of a nation. They are a priceless component of folk creativity, embodying the spiritual and cultural identity of a people. As the renowned linguist Dal noted, “A collection of proverbs is a treasury of wisdom drawn from the language and experience of the people, a distillation of common sense, and a reflection of life’s truths as understood by the nation.” A comparative analysis of Korean and Uzbek proverbs reveals them as mirrors of the historical, spiritual, and material cultures of theirrespective peoples. Therefore, the comparativestudy of proverbs from different languages offers valuable insight into the cultural and national characteristics of each people andprovides a deeper understanding oftheirmentality. Moreover, gender representation holds particular importance in oral folklore genres. For instance, Uzbek folklore includes proverbs specifically voiced by women that reflect their living conditions and societal roles. These proverbs often address issues such as women's upbringing, behavior, and perceived shortcomings, offering a window into the gender norms andvalues embedded in traditional culture. page2609 INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ISSN:2692-5206,ImpactFactor:12,23 AmericanAcademicpublishers,volume05,issue05,2025 Journal: https://www.academicpublishers.org/journals/index.php/ijai Proverbs Expressed from the Female Proverbs Expressed from the Male Perspective Perspective Apetty mullahis thedisgrace of religion; Forty skillsare toofew for aman. Abad wife is thedisgrace offlour. Achild's nature is seen from a young age; Aman has onesoul, A woman's nature is known from her early Agirl has forty. behavior. A woman's beauty lies not in makeup, but in her Aman’s wealth liesunderground. intellect. Abodythat didnot receive amother’s milk If the fatheris pleased, Willnot benefit from any nourishment. Godis pleased. Apoplargrows bytheelm, Ayoung man worries about his people, Agirl grows bywatching her mother. Thepeople’s sorrowlies inhis heart. Do not enterthehouse ofone witha baddoor, If the people are strong, the man will not suffer And donot marry the daughterofa bad mother. disgrace; If the man is strong, the people will not suffer disgrace. The concept of "mentality" has only recently been incorporated into linguistic paradigms, yet it is now widely applied across various fields. In a narrow sense, mentality is understood as a "sphere of thought" or "worldview," while in a broader sense, it encompasses a people's morality, upbringing, and imagination. Literature Review and Methodology: Linguist Boldirev categorizes world cultures into three types based on their orientation toward the past, present, and future. The first group, described as "conservative" cultures, places great importance on traditions. Examples of such cultures include English, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, and French. The second group is oriented toward the present, living "in the here and now." These cultures tend to be more impressionable and make decisions based on immediate circumstances. Latin American countries, the Philippines, Ireland, and Turkey fall into this category. The third group, future-oriented cultures, emphasize development and accumulation of resources for the future. North American cultures exemplify this type. The cultures of the Korean and Uzbek peoples, which are the focus of this study, can be classified within the "conservative" category.