An Article on Idioms in the English Language and their National-Cultural Characteristics
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This article explores idioms in the English language as linguocultural units that reflect national and cultural characteristics. Idioms are considered not only as fixed expressions with figurative meanings but also as carriers of historical experience, social values, traditions, and collective worldview of the English-speaking community. The study aims to analyze the relationship between idiomatic expressions and national culture by identifying semantic, structural, and cultural features embedded in English idioms. Using descriptive, comparative, and contextual analysis methods, idioms are examined in terms of their cultural motivation, imagery, and pragmatic usage. The findings demonstrate that English idioms are deeply rooted in everyday life, history, customs, and social practices, which makes them a significant component of linguistic identity. Understanding the national-cultural specificity of idioms contributes to more effective intercultural communication and improves the quality of language teaching and translation.
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