Cognitive and Language Sciences | Article | Published 2023

Cognitive-linguistic analysis of the concept of "shame" in English: cognitive process and linguistic representation of "shame"

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Collection: MENTAL ENLIGHTENMENT SCIENTIFIC – METHODOLOGICAL JOURNAL
Keywords: Shame, self-identity, social comparison, self-blame, guilt, embarrassment, cognition, metaphors, complex emotion, selfperception, psychotherapy, self-worth.

Abstract

This article offers a cognitivelinguistic analysis of the concept of "shame" in English. It explores the lexical items and expressions related to shame and examines how they are understood and used in different contexts. Additionally, it compares shame-related words and phrases across various cultures to identify cultural variations in the understanding and expression of shame. Drawing from cognitive theories and linguistic analysis, it explores the conceptualizations, categorizations, and embodied experiences associated with shame. It examines the cognitive processes involved in shame, such as the activation of negative self-perceptions, social evaluative concerns, and the impact on one's selfworth. Additionally, the role of linguistic expressions, metaphors, and cultural influences in shaping and communicating shame is investigated. This analysis contributes to a deeper comprehension of shame from a cognitive linguistic perspective, facilitating cross-cultural comparisons and potential clinical implications.

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