This paper,after introducing the definition and forms of cultural image,focuses on the detailed comparison and analysis of cultural image of animal words both in English and in Chinese from four aspects,that is,same a...This paper,after introducing the definition and forms of cultural image,focuses on the detailed comparison and analysis of cultural image of animal words both in English and in Chinese from four aspects,that is,same animal word,same cultural image;same animal word,different cultural images;different animal words,same cultural image;different animal words,different cultural images.展开更多
Animal words are widely used in both Chinese and English.Many animals’names not only represent animal themselves but also have certain cultural connotations.The similarities and differences of connotations between Ch...Animal words are widely used in both Chinese and English.Many animals’names not only represent animal themselves but also have certain cultural connotations.The similarities and differences of connotations between Chinese and English animal words are discussed in detail,through which the reader will learn more about cultural connotations of animal words between Chinese and English.展开更多
This paper analyzes previous studies on animal words and points out some existing problems. It also reveals the similarities and differences between Chinese and English animal words based on the data and research as w...This paper analyzes previous studies on animal words and points out some existing problems. It also reveals the similarities and differences between Chinese and English animal words based on the data and research as well as find out the reasons why animal words are different in cultural connotation.展开更多
文摘This paper,after introducing the definition and forms of cultural image,focuses on the detailed comparison and analysis of cultural image of animal words both in English and in Chinese from four aspects,that is,same animal word,same cultural image;same animal word,different cultural images;different animal words,same cultural image;different animal words,different cultural images.
文摘Animal words are widely used in both Chinese and English.Many animals’names not only represent animal themselves but also have certain cultural connotations.The similarities and differences of connotations between Chinese and English animal words are discussed in detail,through which the reader will learn more about cultural connotations of animal words between Chinese and English.
文摘This paper analyzes previous studies on animal words and points out some existing problems. It also reveals the similarities and differences between Chinese and English animal words based on the data and research as well as find out the reasons why animal words are different in cultural connotation.
