Argotic stereotypes related to animal names in depicting women in Uzbek and Turkish languages

Abstract

There are certain similarities in the use of slang terms referring to women in Uzbek and Turkish languages, which can be explained by the cultural, historical, and social ties between the two nations. The lexicon of slang related to women reflects society’s attitude toward their status, traditions, and social stereotypes. A comparison of these words in Uzbek and Turkish languages reveals significant similarities in their usage and origins. This article explores the linguistic and social foundations of slang terms used in reference to women in both Uzbek and Turkish languages.

Keywords

Slang, stereotype, gender