LINGUOCULTURAL EXPRESSION AS A REFLECTION OF NATIONAL LINGUISTIC IDENTITY

This article explores the relationship between linguocultural expression and national linguistic identity. It analyzes how language encodes cultural values, traditions, and worldviews, serving not only as a medium of communication but also as a mirror of a nation's collective consciousness. Through examples from different languages and cultural contexts, the paper demonstrates how proverbs, metaphors, and culturally loaded vocabulary contribute to the shaping of national identity.