On The Formation of Words Containing The Component “Flower” in The Epic “Saba’i Sayyor”
Abstract
This article analyzes lexical units containing the component “gul” (flower) in Alisher Navoi’s epic *Saba’i Sayyor* from historical and etymological perspectives and identifies the structural and semantic features of compound words. Particular attention is given to lexical units derived from the “gul” component through affixation and composition, as well as their meanings and functions in the literary text. The study discusses how these lexical formations reflect the richness and expressive potential of the lexical system of the Old Uzbek literary language. The analysis demonstrates that the “gul” component is used not only to denote a flower as a natural object but also to express aesthetic, symbolic, emotional, and metaphorical meanings depending on the textual context. Furthermore, the discussion shows that words formed from this component contribute to the development of semantic associations and enrich the expressive resources of the language. The lexical units identified in *Saba’i Sayyor* also demonstrate the interaction between historical vocabulary and productive word-formation patterns. The findings indicate that the use of “gul”-based lexical formations reflects Navoi’s mastery of lexical selection and his ability to create diverse semantic and stylistic effects. Thus, the study contributes to a deeper understanding of the historical development of Uzbek vocabulary, the etymological characteristics of word formation, and the linguistic richness of Alisher Navoi’s literary heritage.
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Xo‘janiyazova S. On The Formation of Words Containing The Component “Flower” in The Epic “Saba’i Sayyor” // Central Asian Journal of Literature, Philosophy and Culture. – 2026. – T. 07. – № 02. – B. 556–561.