The Metaphorical and Metonymical Conceptualizations of the Term Sea (Hai) in the Four-Character Chinese Idioms
This paper investigates the term “sea” (hai) in the four-character Chinese idioms according to conceptual metaphor and metonymy theory, attempting to illustrate their conceptualization, determine their possible underlying motivations, and explore Chinese maritime thought and culture. Based on idioma...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-11-01
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2226-471X/8/4/260 |