Ethnolinguistic study of Uzbek proverbs (based on the names of footwear and their parts)

This article presents an ethnolinguistic study of Uzbek proverbs related to footwear and its parts. The research analyzes the semantic properties of such proverbs, their symbolic meanings, and ethnographic aspects. A comparative study with other Turkic languages highlights cultural similarities and differences. The findings indicate that proverbs related to footwear reflect social status, labor practices, and everyday life in Uzbek culture.