原型范畴理论下的英语多义词词汇教学

Vocabulary Teaching in English Polysemous Words Based on Prototype Category Theory

原型范畴理论是基于人类认知基础的范畴化理论,这一理论的提出,揭示了人类思维的某些机制,为多义词提供了充分的理论依据。为了更好地掌握多义词,教师应重视基本范畴词的学习,重视多义词的讲解,重视隐喻的认识,从而提高学生的学习兴趣和教学质量。

Prototype theory is a theory for categorization based on human cognition. It reveals the certain mechanisms of human thinking, and provides sufficient theoretical foundations for the polysemous word. In order to better grasp the polysemous words, it is imperative to emphasize the basic category of words, the explanation of polysemous words, and the recognition of metaphors so as to enhance students＇ interest in learning and improve the quality of education.