THE LOGIC OF THE SENTENCE: A COMPARATIVE JOURNEY THROUGH UZBEK AND ENGLISH WORD ORDER.

Abstract

Language is more than just a set of rules; it is a unique way of organizing thought. This study explores how word order functions in two very different languages: English and Uzbek. In English, the structure is rigid (Subject-Verb-Object), where the order of words is the primary key to meaning. In contrast, Uzbek follows a Subject-Object-Verb pattern but offers a beautiful flexibility; thanks to its rich system of suffixes, words can move around the sentence while still keeping their meaning clear. By comparing these two systems, we uncover the "logic" behind the mistakes learners often make-such as an Uzbek student carrying their native sentence flow into an English conversation. Moving beyond simple grammar, this research shows that understanding these structural differences is essential for better teaching, more accurate translation, and deeper cross-cultural connection.