LINGUOCULTURAL BASIS OF NUMERALS IN THE KAZAKH LANGUAGE

In this paper, the study of language and culture is presented bearing in mind the concept through cognitive and lingua-cultural approaches. The main subject of linguistic research can consider Numerals, which have turned into an important element in showing the cultural code of a nation, its values, beliefs, history, and traditions through the language. Ancient culture and values, which could be found in the numerals, are preserved in widely spread beliefs and superstitions, in taboo language, in the spiritual cultural vocabulary, and the concept and background knowledge of the language system. The numbers include metric vocabulary and quantitative and numbering vocabulary. Moreover, numbers can be considered as the bearers of cultural information. Having learned the cultural meaning of numbers, one can get acquainted with the traditions and ancient customs of a nation and its beliefs. Using this kind of method we can find significant information about the traditions of the nation, their life, people, traditions, and culture. We can see that the numerals contain national codes which tell us about, the way our forefathers lived, the culture, and traditions across generations. In conclusion, we can state that the lingua-cultural study of numerals in the Kazakh language which contain national codes helps the young generation respect the elderly people and feel proud of their history, tradition, and culture. 

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