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LINGUISTIC AND POETIC CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WORKS OF KHAIRIDDIN
SULTONOV
Khalikulov Askar
Faculty of Philology, National University of Uzbekistan
2st stage master's degree in linguistics.
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14496969
Abstract.
In this article, Khairiddin Sultanov, one of the leading representatives of modern
Uzbek literature, comments on the linguopoetic features of the words used in his stories and short
stories. In his literary works, he expressed his opinion about the reality of life, the historical truth,
the artistic reflection of the complex inner experiences of a person in an effective way, and the
view of reality from a highly humanitarian point of view.
Key words:
Khairiddin Sultanov, linguopoetic feature, story, historical subject, modern
life, image of a historical person.
ЛИНГВОПОЭТИЧЕСКИЕ ХАРАКТЕРИСТИКИ ПРОИЗВЕДЕНИЙ ХАЙРИДДИНА
СУЛТОНОВА
Аннотация.
В этой статье Хайриддин Султанов, один из ведущих представителей
современной узбекской литературы, комментирует лингвопоэтические особенности слов,
используемых в его рассказах и повестях. В своих литературных произведениях он выразил
свое мнение о реальности жизни, исторической правде, художественном отражении
сложных внутренних переживаний человека эффективным способом, взгляде на
действительность с высокой гуманитарной точки зрения.
Ключевые слова:
Хайриддин Султанов, лингвопоэтическая особенность, рассказ,
исторический сюжет, современная жизнь, образ исторической личности.
The field of linguopoetics in linguistics stands out from other branches of linguistics with
its unique features, as it deals with important theoretical issues and problems of each literary
period. Indeed, a thorough analysis of the linguistic and poetic characteristics of our literary
works, our rich literary heritage, is one of the important tasks of modern Uzbek linguistics.
Since the 1960s, the study of the linguistic features of literary texts has gained momentum
in world linguistics. As a result, a branch of linguistics called linguopoetics has emerged, becoming
a promising field of study. It is known that literary works are a unique and exceptional form of
speech activity. Linguopoetic analysis is crucial in understanding the application of language units
in literary works. Linguopoetics can be divided into subfields such as phonetic poetics, lexical
poetics, and syntactic poetics, depending on the level of language units being studied for their
artistic and aesthetic functions
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The direction of poetic phonetics in linguopoetics is formed through the unique
transformation, amplification, and similar occurrences of certain sounds, as chosen by the writer
to create a specific style. A vivid example of this can be seen in the works of Khairiddin Sultanov.
The works of Khairiddin Sultanov hold a special place in modern Uzbek literature.
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Nurmonov A., Іskandarova Sh. Tіlshunoslіknazarіyasі.-Toshkent: Fan.2008.-B.152
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The author’s stories, short stories, and essays in books such as “Boburiynoma”, “Boburning
Tushlari”, “Umr Esa O'tmoqda”, “Onamnіng Yurtі”, and “Bіr Oqshom Ertagі” have captivated
readers. Literary critic Umarali Normatov, reflecting on the work of Khairiddin Sultanov, says:
“Stories such as “Dunyoning Siri”, “G'ulomgardіsh”, “Qog'oz Gullar”, “Saodat Sohіlі”, “Yoznіng
Yolg‘іz Yodgorі”, and “Ko‘ngіl Ozodadur...” and his plays “Andіsha, “Shoіrona, Darveshona Bіr
Ma’no”, and “Boburnіng Tushlarі” occupy a worthy place in the development of our national
literature in the last quarter of the last century. These works, with their art of deeply understanding
the enigma of the individual, the mysterious and magical qualities of the human psyche, and
expressing these states with exquisite delicacy and a sense of refinement, have become a unique
phenomenon in our national prose.”
The events depicted in the author’s short stories and novels resemble real-life occurrences.
The characters appear as if they were taken directly from life. The thoughts, feelings, and anxieties
of these characters leave no one indifferent.
In the works of Khairiddin Sultanov, ordinary events of life are captured. He tells stories
about people’s daily lives, their worries, aspirations, and relationships with each other. The author
often chooses ordinary people as heroes for his short stories and novels. He portrays their
emotional experiences in a believable and impactful way. In the story “Chollar Palatasi”, the author
describes the autumn landscape as follows:“Autumn arrived early in the neighboring village. The
saffron leaves, separated from their yesterday’s greenery, whisper mournfully, as if trying to
express their endless sorrow, and they sway uncomfortably.” A sharp gust of wind, as if bringing
a snowstorm from somewhere far away, suddenly descended, announcing the arrival of winter
with the same suddenness as a warrior raising his sword to warn the unsuspecting. People rushed
to gather firewood, coal, and warm clothes, while the delicate, tender souls, already weakened by
the recent warmth, felt their anxieties intensify: the heavy, humid air had rekindled many ailments
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A literary text is a complex whole that embodies the language’s descriptive potential
according to the author’s idiolect and has the ability to create an aesthetic impact on the reader. In
this regard, impact takes precedence. We can see this in the works of Khairiddin Sultanov, a
beloved Uzbek writer and master of the art of language.
Let's pay attention to the following passage from the author's story “Saodat Sohіlі”:
— I want to return, Mavlono! — said Babur, filled with emotion. — But where is the
possibility? ... Since I saw you, a strange thought has been tormenting me day and night. I can’t
take those provinces by force, even if I wanted to. But will I inflict further injustice on my
homeland, which has suffered so much from my hand? ... No, perhaps I should seek another
solution. I agree, I will return to my homeland, where I was born, freed from the burden of
kingship, and dressed as a wandering dervish...
Let’s analyze the linguistic and poetic features of the verb “tinim bermaydіr” in the passage.
The “Izohli Lug‘at” (Explanatory Dictionary) of the Uzbek language defines the verb “tinim
bermaydіr” as follows:
1. To not give rest, to keep in a state of restlessness.
2. To disturb peace and tranquility, to not give peace.
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Sultonov X. Bіr oqshom ertagі. – T.: Adabіyot va san’at nashrіyotі, 1983. – 38 bet.
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From the information provided in the explanatory dictionary, we can see that in this
context, the verb “tinim bermaydіr” corresponds to the first meaning (to not give rest, to keep in a
state of restlessness). The author, saying “Since I saw you, a strange thought has been tormenting
me day and night,” has delicately transferred the action inherent to the character into beautiful and
figurative language, creating a vivid image in the reader’s mind. Through a linguopoetic analysis
of Khairiddin Sultanov’s works, we can see his masterful use of the possibilities of literary
language. In K.Sultanov’s story “Ajoyіb Kunlarnіng Bіrіda” (One of the Wonderful Days), the
exposition is presented as follows:
“This event happened on one of the wonderful days. To be honest, this day wasn’t that
wonderful (the weather was cold, the ground was muddy, the roads were slippery, there were no
tickets for the plane, “Paxtakor” had been relegated to the first league... But, still, it was a
wonderful day (people were rushing to work, pigeons were playing in the squares, trade was brisk
in the shops, Munojot was singing “Munojot” on the radio, lovers with umbrellas were strolling
slowly along the damp avenues. In short, this event happened on one of those days. A thirty-
three-year-old man from a distant village at the foot of the mountains, in the evening, found himself
face-to-face with the administrator of the “Semurg” hotel and, with his usual hopeful tone, asked:
“Is there a room?”
In this text, the author effectively uses the anaphora technique through the word “ana”.
This word is not simply a repetition, but rather serves as an important tool in emphasizing the
lyrical hero’s thoughts.
In conclusion, analyzing the works of Khairiddin Sultanov, a renowned figure of the Uzbek
national Renaissance, a writer and public figure, we witness the unique nature of his creative
language, encompassing all aspects of linguopoetic research. The phonetic poetics in Khairiddin
Sultanov’s works are primarily evident in verbs. His masterful use of techniques such as contrast,
analogy, simile, and metaphor in lexical poetics demonstrates his skill as a writer.
Furthermore, in Khairiddin Sultanov’s stories, the destinies of the characters are
intertwined with events, clearly depicted in the plot, composition, and chronotope. This highlights
the author’s unique style.
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