METAPHOR AS A MEANS OF EXPRESSING EMOTIONS: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF RUSSIAN AND ENGLISH

Abstract

This article explores the metaphor as a powerful linguistic tool for expressing emotions in both Russian and English. Drawing on cognitive and cultural linguistics, the study examines metaphorical structures and semantic fields commonly used to express emotional states. By comparing metaphorical expressions in both languages, the article reveals similarities and differences in conceptualizing emotions such as anger, love, sadness and fear. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of how language and culture shape emotional expression and offer insights into cross-linguistic metaphorical thinking.