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Peer reviewedDeignan, A.; Gabrys, D.; Solska, A. – ELT Journal, 1997
Reports on a translation exercise undertaken by Polish learners of English which revealed how metaphorical expressions vary between the two languages and how this variation confuses learners. Suggests that group discussion and comparison of metaphors in both languages will increase students' comprehension and use of metaphors. (nine references)…
Descriptors: College Students, Concept Formation, Contrastive Linguistics, English (Second Language)
