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The Enduring Power Of Riddles: A Pedagogical Analysis In Traditional Societies And Their Role In Children's Linguistic Development

Safayeva Mamura Okil kizi , Teacher of Department of Translation Theory and Comparative Linguistics, Named after Mirzo Ulugbek, National University of Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan

Abstract

This article comprehensively analyzes the multifaceted pedagogical function of riddles in traditional societies and their profound impact on children's linguistic and cognitive development. It transcends the view of riddles as mere intellectual games, repositioning them as powerful instruments for sophisticated knowledge transfer, acute cognitive skill enhancement, robust linguistic competence formation, and the vital reinforcement of cultural identity. Ultimately, it argues for the enduring relevance of riddles as a rich pedagogical tool, even in contemporary educational contexts.

Keywords

Riddle, pedagogy, linguistic development, traditional societies

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Safayeva Mamura Okil kizi. (2025). The Enduring Power Of Riddles: A Pedagogical Analysis In Traditional Societies And Their Role In Children’s Linguistic Development. International Journal Of Literature And Languages, 5(11), 207–211. https://doi.org/10.37547/ijll/Volume05Issue11-49