Metaphors

What is it about?

Metaphors used by Arab women

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Why is it important?

The study has addressed particular domains of metaphor such as marriage, food and nourishment, rootedness and authenticity, covering and protection, and patience. Through these domains of metaphors Arab women establish significant relationships between the person, the family, the society and the universe. These metaphors generate significant representations of Arab women, who appreciate the values of family, nourishment, mutual respect, nobility or rootedness, endurance and patience.