Comparative Analysis of Uzbek and English Tongue Twisters: Phonetic Features, Pedagogical Value, and Cultural Reflections

Tongue twisters are an important linguistic phenomenon that combine elements of phonetics, oral tradition, and pedagogy. This article provides a comparative analysis of Uzbek and English tongue twisters, focusing on their phonetic structures, pedagogical applications, and cultural meanings. While both languages employ sound repetition to challenge articulatory skills, Uzbek tongue twisters often reflect national culture, rural imagery, and local humor, whereas English tongue twisters highlight phonological complexity and global cultural references. The study employs comparative, phonetic, and cultural analysis methods, drawing on examples from each language. The findings demonstrate that tongue twisters not only serve as effective tools for developing pronunciation, fluency, and phonological awareness but also act as cultural artifacts reflecting the identity and worldview of their respective societies.