Metaphor and Culture

Exploring the intricate relationship between metaphor and culture, this seminar paper delves into how shared metaphors reflect cultural understanding and perceptions of the world. It raises significant questions about the universality and variation of metaphorical conceptualization across different cultures. The paper specifically investigates animal metaphors in English and Persian, drawing on a study by Talebinejad & Dastjerdi, and examines the causes of metaphor variation, particularly focusing on the influence of differential experiences.