TITLE: ANALYSIS OF PHRASEOLOGICAL UNITS EXPRESSING BELIEFS AND TRADITIONS IN THE RUSSIAN LANGUAGE

Abstract

In this article, some phraseological units related to Russian weddings have been analyzed, revealing how they reflect the spiritual values, beliefs, and moral norms of the Russian people. The analysis shows that these units convey Russian customs and cultural values clearly and meaningfully. All these units are used positively within the wedding context and enhance the emotional expressiveness of speech. They express popular beliefs in blessing and purity for the newlyweds.  Phraseological units, including proverbs, idioms, and metaphors, are analyzed for their semantic layers and cultural meanings, revealing insights into Russian cultural mentality, ethical norms, and value systems.