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GRAMMATICAL AND SEMANTIC FEATURES OF STATE-
EXPRESSING WORDS IN THE UZBEK LANGUAGE
Qurbanova Xurshida Zaripovna
First year master student at University of Tashkent for Applied Sciences,
Gavhar Str. 1, Tashkent 100081, Uzbekistan
Abstract: This article explores the grammatical and semantic features of
state-expressing words in the Uzbek language. These linguistic units are crucial for
expressing the emotional, physical, psychological, and situational states of subjects.
The study examines their morphological structures, syntactic behaviors, semantic
classifications, and discursive functions. Through linguistic analysis and examples
from modern Uzbek usage, the paper demonstrates how state-expressing words
contribute to the expressive richness and communicative precision of the language.
Additionally, parallels with related Turkic and Indo-European languages are briefly
discussed to contextualize their unique and universal traits.
Keywords: state-expressing words, Uzbek language, morphology, syntax,
semantics, modality, discourse, linguistics.
Introduction
The Uzbek language, like many others, possesses a rich inventory of
linguistic devices to describe human experiences and conditions. Among these,
state-expressing words (
holat bildiruvchi so‘zlar
) are essential for conveying
mental, emotional, and physical states. These words are particularly significant in
descriptive and narrative discourse, where they help articulate the internal world of
subjects and the atmosphere of events. Despite their importance, state-expressing
words have received relatively limited scholarly attention compared to other parts of
speech.
This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the grammatical
and semantic aspects of these units. It discusses their morphological types, syntactic
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roles, semantic nuances, and communicative functions. The study also addresses the
role of state-expressing words in expressing modality and speaker stance, making
them crucial elements of expressive and interpersonal communication.
1. Morphological Structure of State-Expressing Words
State-expressing words in Uzbek can be morphologically simple or complex.
Simple forms are often lexical roots used without derivational affixes:
xafa
(sad)
kasal
(sick)
sog‘
(healthy)
Complex forms are derived using participial or adjectival suffixes:
charchagan
(tired) → from
charchamoq
(to get tired)
o‘ylangan
(thoughtful) → from
o‘ylamoq
(to think)
Some nouns and adjectives also function as state-descriptive when used
predicatively:
beva
(widow)
yolg‘iz
(lonely)
These words are often invariable, especially in predicative positions, and
they do not require case markings. However, when used attributively, they may take
on endings for agreement with the noun.
2. Syntactic Functions and Sentence Roles
Syntactically, state-expressing words function as:
a) Predicates
They can serve as the main predicate in equational sentences, often without
the need for the verb "to be" (
bo‘lmoq
) in the present tense:
U xafa.
– He is sad.
Men kasalman.
– I am sick.
In past and future tenses, auxiliary verbs or copula forms may be used:
U xafa edi.
– He was sad.
U sog‘ bo‘ladi.
– He will be healthy.
b) Attributes
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State-expressing words also function as attributes when modifying nouns:
Charchagan bola
– a tired child
Xavotirli onalar
– anxious mothers
c) Adverbial Modifiers
In some contexts, they appear as adverbial elements describing the manner
or condition of an action:
U xavotirda gapirdi.
– He spoke with anxiety.
3. Semantic Classifications
State-expressing words can be semantically classified into several groups:
a) Emotional States
Words expressing feelings and emotions:
xursand
(happy),
xafa
(sad),
hayajonli
(excited),
g‘amgin
(sorrowful)
b) Physical Conditions
Terms describing physical well-being or ailment:
charchagan
(tired),
kasal
(ill),
sog‘
(healthy)
c) Mental or Psychological States
hayratda
(astonished),
o‘ylangan
(thoughtful),
xavotirli
(worried)
d) Social or Relational Conditions
beva
(widowed),
yolg‘iz
(alone),
kambag‘al
(poor)
e) Environmental or Situational States
jim
(silent),
qorong‘i
(dark),
shovqinli
(noisy)
These semantic categories reflect how the Uzbek language encodes a wide
spectrum of human experiences and surroundings.
4. Pragmatic and Discursive Functions
Beyond their lexical and syntactic features, state-expressing words serve
important pragmatic functions. They convey speaker attitude, modality, and
evaluation. For instance, in narrative texts, these words provide emotional depth and
psychological insight into characters:
U yolg‘iz edi, yuragi xafa edi.
– He was alone; his heart was sad.
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In conversational discourse, they help express sympathy, criticism, or
concern:
Nega shunchalik xavotirdasan?
– Why are you so worried?
In journalistic and political discourse, state-expressing words are used to
shape public perception:
Aholining ruhiy holati yomonlashmoqda.
– The population's
psychological condition is worsening.
5. Comparison with Other Languages
Compared to English and other Indo-European languages, Uzbek state-
expressing words often do not require an explicit copula in the present tense. For
example:
Uzbek:
U kasal.
English:
He is sick.
Such structural differences highlight the typological uniqueness of Turkic
languages. Additionally, the range of semantically rich single-word predicates in
Uzbek gives the language expressive compactness, often requiring phrases or
clauses in other languages.
Conclusion
State-expressing words are vital components of the Uzbek linguistic system,
enabling speakers to articulate emotional, physical, and psychological realities.
Their study reveals complex interactions between morphology, syntax, semantics,
and pragmatics. Recognizing their structural diversity and discursive roles enhances
our understanding of Uzbek language functionality. As such, these words are not
only linguistic units but also reflections of cultural values and human experience.
Further cross-linguistic research may deepen insights into their universality and
language-specific features.
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