COMPARATIVE STUDY OF WORD FORMATION METHODS IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK

This study presents a comparative analysis of word formation methods in English and Uzbek, examining how linguistic structures and cultural influences shape each language. English, characterized by its diverse and hybrid vocabulary, employs various processes such as derivation, compounding, blending, clipping, and acronym formation. Uzbek, an agglutinative Turkic language, primarily relies on suffixation, compounding, reduplication, and borrowing. The study highlights unique features like Uzbek's extensive use of reduplication and English's frequent acronym formation. These differences reflect the distinct evolutionary paths and typological characteristics of the two languages. The findings contribute to comparative linguistics and have practical implications for language education, aiding in the development of effective teaching strategies.