A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF ENGLISH AND UZBEK QUANTIFIER SYSTEMS

Abstract

This scientific article examines the quantifier systems of English and Uzbek, two languages with distinct typological features, focusing on the expression of cardinality, universality, and existence. The analysis reveals similarities and differences in the structure and function of quantifiers, highlighting the influence of language-specific constraints and cross-linguistic universals. English, an analytic language, exhibits a relatively simple quantifier system, while Uzbek, an agglutinative language, employs a more complex system with diverse morphology and syntax. The findings contribute to the understanding of quantifier typology, revealing the diverse strategies languages employ to express quantity and providing insights into the interaction of syntax, semantics, and pragmatics in quantifier use.