Phonetic Characteristics and Morphological Features of the Uzbek Dialect in Eshkamesh, Afghanistan

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the dialect employed by Uzbek Turks residing in the Eshkamesh district of Takhar province, located in the northeastern region of Afghanistan. The study investigated the phonetics of the Uzbek dialect spoken in the Eshkamesh district of Takhar province, with a particular emphasis on compilations from that area. Research on the dialects of the Turkish language focuses on several aspects such as vocabulary, phonetics, morphology, and the origins of both historical and contemporary dialects. It has the ability to provide perceptive solutions for certain issues pertaining to the subject matter. Consequently, this study holds great significance for the Turkish language. Furthermore, it is an undeniable reality that the dialects employed in this area are slowly vanishing as a result of technical advancements and the impact of established regional languages. Hence, it is crucial to promptly conduct thorough investigation and documentation of the Turkish dialects spoken in Afghanistan using scientific methodologies. The amalgamated sound recordings were transcribed utilizing a collection of symbols devised by the Turkish Language Institution, which accurately represents the phonetic characteristics of the sounds. Subsequently, we conducted an analysis of the phonetics and morphology of the written texts. The study employed the approach of simultaneous grammar.