The article explores the metaphorical expression of the concept of education-upbringing (ta’lim-tarbiya) in English and Uzbek languages. Using the framework of Conceptual Metaphor Theory (Lakoff & Johnson, 1980), the study analyses metaphorical expressions drawn from literary texts, proverbs, educational discourse, and language corpora. The research reveals that both languages use similar metaphorical domains - such as “growth, journey, and craftsmanship” - to conceptualize education and upbringing. However, cultural differences influence the depth and imagery of these metaphors. For instance, Uzbek expressions often reflect traditional and collectivist values, while English metaphors lean toward individual growth and self-discovery. The findings highlight the role of culture in shaping educational metaphors and contribute to a deeper cross-cultural understanding of how abstract concepts are linguistically constructed.

Education, upbringing, metaphor

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