This article explores the semantic fields of “death” (o‘lim) and “life” (hayot) in the Uzbek language, highlighting their deep cultural, religious, and social significance. The analysis demonstrates how these concepts extend beyond basic biological definitions to encompass spiritual, communal, and moral dimensions. Particular attention is paid to the ways in which euphemisms, metaphors, idioms, and culturally specific references shape speakers’ perceptions of existence and mortality. The study illustrates how various terms, proverbs, and symbolic expressions reflect Islamic beliefs, communal obligations, and a worldview that views life and death as interconnected aspects of both individual and collective identity.

Uzbek language, life, death, semantic fields

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