SYSTEMATIZATION ISSUES IN METAPHORICAL CONCEPTS
Abstract
The field of metaphor studies has grown substantially since the foundational work of George Lakoff and Mark Johnson, especially within cognitive linguistics, where metaphors are regarded not merely as linguistic ornamentation but as fundamental to human thought. Despite this progress, systematizing metaphorical concepts remains problematic. This article analyzes the core issues in organizing and classifying metaphorical concepts, starting with established theoretical frameworks, examining cognitive mechanisms, and evaluating challenges in structured categorization. We argue that existing systems often lack consensus on analytic criteria, face domain overlap, and struggle with cultural and linguistic variability. Proposed resolutions include integrated cognitive-linguistic typologies and refined operational methodology in metaphor identification.
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