A Case Study of Respect: Contrastive Aspects in English and Chinese

The paper explores the relationship between bodily experiences and the understanding of emotion metaphors in both English and Chinese. It examines the conceptualization of emotions, particularly focusing on the metaphors for ANGER and HAPPINESS, which show minimal cultural variation. The study raises questions about peripheral emotions and whether they exhibit similar metaphorical preferences or are more influenced by cultural specificity. This investigation highlights the interplay between language, culture, and emotional expression.