Vocabulary of the South-Eastern Andijan Ethno-Linguistic Area and the Issue of Dialecticism

Abstract

This article examines the lexical characteristics and the functional role of dialecticisms within the South-Eastern Andijan ethno-linguistic area as reflected in Uzbek artistic literature. The study highlights that the use of regional dialects in belles-lettres serves not only to provide local color and authentic characterization but also acts as a vital source for the lexical enrichment of the literary language. Through a comprehensive analysis of works by prominent authors such as Ulugbek Hamdam, Isajon Sulton, and Said Ahmad, the author identifies specific phonetic, morphological, and semantic shifts in dialectal terms—such as famil (tea), shati (ladder), bolish (pillow), and ene (then). The research concludes that the integration of “living language” into literary texts enhances emotional resonance and ensures a profound connection between the reader and the artistic reality, ultimately determining the aesthetic value of the work..