Cultural and ethnic characteristics of Tày idioms with body parts’s elements representing human form

Abstract

Idioms are an important part of the vocabulary of a language. Researching idioms not only contributes to studying language characteristics but also contributes to preserving the typical cultural heritage of ethnic groups. This article delves deeper into the Tay idioms that have elements that refer to body parts that represent human form. The Tay people have a unique way of looking and thinking and attach specific symbolic meanings to their body parts, through which they convey their feelings and attitudes. Therefore, learning and researching this group of idioms in particular, and Tay idioms in general, helps us better understand Tay culture. This contributes to introducing, honoring, preserving and promoting the culture of the Tay ethnic group, enriching the cultural identity of ethnic groups in general.