A comparative study of family concepts reflected by Russian and Chinese proverbs in the perspective of language world vision theory

Li Ying

The concept of the family is an important part of the linguistic picture of the world, playing a leading role in the thinking and behavior of each family member. Comparing family concepts, reflected in Russian and Chinese proverbs, both common and distinctive features were revealed; and also diachronic dynamism and signs of stability are presented.

Keywords:linguistic picture of the world, family concept, universality, individuality, dynamics, stability