This article provides an in-depth study of calque as a type of lexical

transformation. Calque is one of the techniques used in translation, whereby a

lexical unit from the source language - such as a word, expression, or

phraseological unit - is rendered into the target language through literal or

component-wise translation. As a result of this process, new lexical items are

introduced into the target language, preserving the original structure while

adapting to the grammatical and semantic rules of the target language.

From a linguistic perspective, calques represent a specific form of lexical

borrowing, shaped by linguistic creativity and cultural influence. In other words,

calquing not only enriches the language with new expressive means but also

serves as a reflection of intercultural interaction in linguistics. Indeed, every

idiom or phraseological unit is not only a linguistic element but also a reflection

of the worldview, thinking, and historical-cultural experience of the people who

speak in that language.

The study reveals that calque plays an important role, not only in the

process of translation, but also in intercultural communication. In particular, in

the translation versions of “O‘tkan kunlar” from Uzbek into English, this method

proves to be an effective tool for preserving the semantic and cultural depth of

communication, as well as for conveying national images and concepts across

languages.

The article analyzes calque based on the examples taken from Uzbek and

English. Through these examples, the practical application of calque, in the

translation versions of Uzbek novel, is examined. It further demonstrates that

calquing is a unique form of lexical borrowing and is the product of linguistic

creativity and cultural interaction. As a result, the study highlights the importance

of calquing both in translation practice and in facilitating intercultural

communication.