108 – Unconventional Metaphors in English as a Lingua Franca

Metaphors accompany us in everyday life, although they are mostly elusive. Yet, when used in unconventional ways, such as in the expression “English Philology is just a bubble”, they remind us of their presence. But what aspects distinguish unconventional from conventional metaphors? To answer this question, Sebastian Malinowski conducted a survey in which 160 non-native … Continue reading "108 – Unconventional Metaphors in English as a Lingua Franca"