METAPHORICAL FEATURES OF THE ANIMATED NATURE OF THE CONCEPT STAR IN KYRGYZ LINGUISTIC PICTURE OF THE WORLD = ОБРАЗНЫЕ ПРИЗНАКИ ЖИВОЙ ПРИРОДЫ КОНЦЕПТА ЗВЕЗДА В КЫРГЫЗСКОЙ ЯЗЫКОВОЙ КАРТИНЕ МИРЕ

The authors delve into an exploration of the multifaceted concept of star within the context of the Kyrgyz linguistic worldview. It discusses the structural elements of this concept, its verbalization, and the identification of metaphorical features that draw parallels with the living world. The focal point of this research is the profound role this concept plays in shaping the inner world of individuals and its significant impact on the preservation and evolution of the Kyrgyz culture. This intricate image of ideas is beautifully woven through the lens of linguistic metaphors used by native speakers, each metaphor providing a window into the Kyrgyz perception of stars. By analyzing these metaphorical representations of the animated nature, the authors aim to answer a pivotal question: How has the concept of the star been actualized and what significance does it hold in the history of the Kyrgyz linguistic worldview?

Keywords: concept, linguistic picture of the world, star, metaphorical features, animated nature