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This paper examines the typological differences between Chinese and English in grammatical metaphor (GM), focusing on how semantics and lexicogrammar interact to extend meaning potential. It analyzes three key variables: the order of grammatical constituents, the degree of grammatical specificity, and the location of grammatical realization, revealing that GM differences stem from typological variations. The study contributes to understanding GM by contrasting metaphorical expressions in both languages and
- Author
- ldthanhhien
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- EN