Evaluating the Concept of "Family" in the Uzbek Paremiological Fund: An Axiological and Cognitive-Semantic Approach

This paper presents a multidimensional examination of the axiological, cognitive, and linguo-cultural properties inherent in the “family” construct within the Uzbek paremiological repertoire. The study explores the conceptualization of familial paradigms, underlying value systems, and socio-normative stereotypes articulated through proverbs and sayings. Viewing these paremiological entities as condensed reflections of the national consciousness, the research categorizes the evaluative dimensions tied to the family institution into positive, negative, and neutral axiological strata. Additionally, the structural framework of the concept is delineated by mapping its core and peripheral elements. Ultimately, the results underscore the paramount importance of family-oriented values in the Uzbek linguo-cultural domain, demonstrating their pivotal function in establishing ethical standards and maintaining social cohesion.