This article examines the structural-semantic types of “life” (hayot) and “death” (o‘lim) within English and Uzbek, focusing on how cultural, religious, and social factors influence the relevant lexical items and expressions. It explores various subfields—ranging from basic synonyms to euphemisms and metaphors—to illustrate how speakers of both languages articulate life and death in nuanced ways. The discussion also reveals how Islamic and Christian beliefs, as well as evolving social practices, contribute to the creation of idioms and figurative expressions. By highlighting the overlaps and divergences in these semantic fields, the article underscores the rich interplay between language, worldview, and cultural identity.

Life, death, English language, Uzbek language

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