FROM BIRTH TO DEATH: THE PHRASEOLOGICAL UNITS THAT SHAPE OUR PERCEPTION OF LIFE

Аннотация

Life, a universal yet deeply personal journey, is often framed and understood through thelens of phraseological units.These idioms,proverbs, clichés, and otherfixed expressionsserve as cultural shorthand, encapsulating societal values, emotional responses, and historical perspectives associated with the various stages of existence – from the anticipation of birth to the contemplation of mortality. This study delves into the rich and varied landscape of phraseological units related tothe human life cycle, examining howthey shape ourperception of life's milestones, influence our attitudes toward different age groups, and reveal both universal human experiences and culturally specific nuances. By analyzing examples from a range of languages and cultures, this research demonstrates the profound impact of phraseology on our understanding of life's inherent transitions and the enduring human quest for meaning. Furthermore, this study recognizes the significance of health and well-being as integral aspects of the human experience, acknowledging the role of phraseology in reflecting attitudes towards physical and mental states across thelifespan, as highlighted byKhodzhaieva (2021). Keywords: phraseology, idioms, life cycle, birth, death, aging, culture, language, cross-cultural, perception, metaphor, fixed expressions, proverbs, linguistic relativity, cognitive linguistics, cultural scripts, conceptual metaphors, health, well-being, values, political discourse, onomastics. Introduction. Language, far from being a neutral conduit of information, is a dynamic and culturally embedded system that shapes our thoughts, beliefs, and perceptions. Phraseological units, in particular, offer a rich and nuanced window into how societies conceptualize abstract concepts such as life, death, and the passage of time. These fixed expressions, often metaphorical in nature, serve as cognitive shortcuts, allowing us to quickly and efficiently communicate complex ideas and emotions related to the human experience. This article explores the profound influence ofphraseological units on our perception ofthe life cycle. By examining a diverse range of idioms, proverbs, and other fixed expressions related to birth, childhood, adulthood, aging, and death, we seek to understand how language shapes our attitudes, beliefs, and emotional responses to these fundamental stages of human existence. Furthermore, we will investigate cross-cultural variations in phraseology, revealing how different societies conceptualize and communicate about the life cycle, reflecting their unique values, traditions, and historical experiences. This exploration also considers the role of phraseology in reflecting and shaping societal attitudes toward health and well-being, recognizing the interconnectedness of physical, psychological, and social dimensions of the human experience. The study also acknowledges the relevance of political discourse and the use of onomastics in phraseology, as explored by Sadykova et al. (2024). Relevance ofWork. Thevalue aspect ofhealth has gained prominence in recent psycholinguistic, sociological, pedagogical, and linguistic studies. Modern phraseological research emphasizes phraseological and ideographic classification, as demonstrated by Khodzhaieva (2021) in her quantitative thematic and ideographic modelling of the value of ‘health’ in English phraseology. The study of phraseological units in political discourse, as examined by Sadykova et al. (2024), highlights the importance of understanding how political figures utilize language, including 251 INTERNATIONAL MULTIDISCIPLINARY JOURNAL FOR RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SJIF2019:5.2222020:5.5522021:5.6372022:5.4792023:6.5632024:7,805 eISSN:2394-6334 https://www.ijmrd.in/index.php/imjrd Volume12,issue02(2025) onomastic components, to shape public perception. This is particularly relevant in understanding how attitudes towards different stages of life and concepts of health are constructed and disseminated through political rhetoric. Proverbs, as noted by Anikin (1961) and Arewa & Dundes (1964), offer insights into cultural wisdom and ethnographic understanding, providing a valuable lens through which to examine societal values related to the life cycle. Isakova & Shamsiddinova (2023) provide a classification of phraseological units according to value theory, further emphasizing the importance of this approach in linguistic analysis and offering a framework for understanding how different cultures prioritize different aspects of life and health. Furthermore, the philosophical dimensions of life, value, and meaning, as explored by Belliotti (2019), Belshaw (2021), and Benatar (2006), provide a crucial context for understanding the deeperimplications ofphraseological units related tomortality and thehuman quest forpurpose. Purpose. This study aims to demonstratethe multifaceted influence of phraseological units onour understanding of the life cycle, from birth to death. It seeks to explore cr