论科技语言中隐喻的认知功能——以科技德语中的隐喻为例

Cognitive Function of Metaphor in Language of Science and Technology—With Metaphors in German as Example

隐喻不仅是一种修辞手段,而且还是一种认知活动,因此,它不只出现在文学作品中,在科技语言中同样发挥着重要作用。隐喻在科技语言中的认知功能具体表现为理论构成功能、生动阐释功能以及形象命名功能。本文以科技德语中的隐喻为例,进一步阐释了这些功能。

Metaphor is not only a kind of rhetorical device, but in essence is a cognitive activity. It is not only used in literary works, but also plays a very important role in language of science and technology. The cognitive function of metaphor in language of science and technology is demonstrated in theory construction, vivid description and nomination. This article illustrates these functions with German as example.