Conceptual transfer in the mind of Chinese English learners: Spatial metaphorical concepts of kin terms
International Journal of Bilingualism
Published online on November 21, 2025
Abstract
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Aims and objectives:This study investigated how Chinese learners of English represent spatial metaphorical concepts when processing Chinese and English kin terms that differ in lexicalization, and whether English learning influences the conceptualization ...
Aims and objectives:This study investigated how Chinese learners of English represent spatial metaphorical concepts when processing Chinese and English kin terms that differ in lexicalization, and whether English learning influences the conceptualization ...