THE STUDY AND INTERPRETATION OF CONCEPTS IN COGNITIVE LINGUISTICS

Abstract

This article analyzes the theoretical foundations of cognitive linguistics, its relationship with language, thinking, perception, and cognitive processes, as well as scientific interpretations of the concept. The study highlights the distinctive features of a concept in comparison with a general notion and examines its linguistic, cognitive, and linguocultural characteristics. Particular attention is given to the semantic, figurative, evaluative, and cultural components of conceptual analysis. A concept is interpreted as a generalized mental unit that reflects human knowledge, experience, imagination, and values. The results demonstrate that studying concepts in cognitive linguistics is essential for revealing the relationship between language and thought, identifying the national-cultural worldview, and explaining the deeper semantic layers of linguistic units