METEOROLOGICAL METAPHOR AS A REFLECTION OF COGNITIVE AND CULTURAL MODELS

Abstract

The article is an in-depth study of both traditional and modern scientific trends that contribute to the disclosure of the complex and multifaceted nature of metaphor. Metaphor as a cognitive and linguistic phenomenon plays a fundamental role in shaping human perception, language, and understanding. Over the years, scientists from various fields of knowledge, such as linguistics, psychology, cognitive science, and anthropology, have made significant efforts to analyze, classify, and systematize metaphors. These efforts are aimed at achieving a deeper understanding of the complex functions of metaphor in language, thought, and communication. 

Despite numerous studies and attempts to develop a universal concept encompassing a wide range of approaches to the study of metaphor, a comprehensive theory integrating various perspectives is presented in this article. The practical significance of this work lies in its attempt to classify metaphors and analyze their functions in diverse contexts—such as literary texts, discourse structures, and everyday communication—which has laid a valuable foundation for the further development of this field. An important concept in the study of metaphors is the functional-cognitive paradigm, which serves as a key framework for understanding the dual nature of metaphor. The aim of this research is to examine meteorological metaphor not only as a means of linguistic expression but also as a cognitive mechanism that influences how people perceive, process, and interpret the surrounding world. The research methods involve the functional-cognitive approach, which considers metaphor as a link between abstract and concrete concepts, allowing the transmission of complex or unfamiliar ideas through familiar images. The obtained results and conclusions demonstrate that metaphors reflect thought processes, contribute to conceptual development and nuanced representation of abstract ideas, forming mental connections between different cognitive domains and serving as a valuable tool for expressing and shaping human experience.