PHRASEOLOGICAL UNITS IN THE ROAD TO PARADISE
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In linguistics, the term “phraseological unit” refers to a stable combination of words that functions as a single lexical unit and possesses a figurative meaning. Such expressions are often reproduced in speech as ready-made units rather than being created spontaneously during communication. The semantic unity and structural stability of phraseological units distinguish them from ordinary word combinationsAbstract
Language is not only a means of communication but also a reflection of the cultural, historical, and intellectual development of a society. One of the most expressive and culturally significant components of language is phraseology. Phraseological units constitute an essential part of the lexical system of any language and represent stable combinations of words that function as a single semantic unit. These units play a crucial role in enriching speech, conveying figurative meaning, and expressing emotional and stylistic nuances in both everyday communication and literary works. The scientific study of phraseological units has long attracted the attention of linguists. Phraseology as a linguistic discipline examines fixed expressions, idioms, proverbs, and other stable word combinations that possess a figurative meaning and a stable structural form. Unlike free word combinations, phraseological units are characterized by semantic integrity and cannot be interpreted solely by analyzing the meanings of their individual components. Their meaning is often metaphorical and culturally conditioned, which makes phraseology an important area of linguistic and cultural research
