This study explores the metaphorical representation of masculinity in English and Uzbek literary traditions, focusing on how metaphors construct, reinforce, and challenge gender identities. Drawing on classical, romantic, and modernist texts, the research identifies key metaphorical patterns such as strength, protection, endurance, and inner conflict. The comparative analysis reveals that while English literature often associates masculinity with individual strength and psychological complexity, Uzbek literature conceptualizes the male figure as a collective protector and moral foundation of society.