COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE SEMANTIC AND COGNITIVE PROPERTIES OF RELATED LANGUAGES: ENGLISH AND RUSSIAN

This study examines the semantic and cognitive similarities and differences between English and Russian, two related Indo-European languages. Although divergent in historical development and typology, these languages share conceptual frameworks influenced by their linguistic ancestry. This article delves into the cultural nuances, semantic fields, and cognitive patterns shaping linguistic expression, analyzing examples from lexicon, metaphors, and idiomatic expressions. It underscores the intricate interplay between language, cognition, and culture, offering insights into cross-cultural understanding.