Linguopragmatic Analysis of Figurative Devices Used In Literary Texts

Abstract

This article investigates the linguopragmatic functions of figurative devices employed in literary texts. Metaphor, metonymy, hyperbole, and epithet are examined not only as stylistic ornaments but also as tools that reflect the speaker’s communicative intent and influence the reader's perception. The study emphasizes the dual nature of these tropes: their cognitive-semantic value and their pragmatic effect on readers. Using examples from English and Uzbek literature, the research explores how figurative expressions contribute to the construction of implied meanings, emotional undertones, and cultural contexts. The linguopragmatic approach adopted in this study helps uncover the deeper layers of meaning in literary discourse and clarifies how these devices serve as a bridge between linguistic form and pragmatic function