The Level of Comprehension of Implicit Meanings in English and Turkish Proverbs by AI-Based Text-to-Image Generation Tools

Authors : Mustafa Barış Baştürk, Ekin Şen

Pages : 523-572

Doi:10.29250/sead.1682549

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Publication Date : 2025-07-15

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This study examines the level of comprehension of underlying meanings in Turkish and English proverbs by AI-based text-to-image generation tools (ChatGPT 4o and Fooocus.ai). The research employed descriptive analysis and document analysis methods, selecting a total of four proverbs from both languages (two Turkish, two English). These proverbs were first illustrated using ChatGPT 4o and then with Fooocus.ai, producing eight images in total. The proverbs were chosen based on criteria including frequency of use, level of metaphorical meaning, cultural specificity, and visualization potential. The images generated by the AI tools were evaluated in terms of their semantic and contextual features. Findings indicate that AI systems visualize English proverbs more successfully compared to Turkish ones, yet they struggle to fully capture metaphorical and cultural contexts. The study offers recommendations regarding the potential use of AI-supported visualization tools in language teaching, cultural transmission, and cognitive processes.
Keywords : Yapay zekâ, Atasözü, Kültürel bağlam, Dil öğretimi

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