The Language of Grief: The Role of Conceptual Metaphors in Family Tributes of Ghanaian Funeral Ceremonies

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The paper is about the role of conceptual metaphors in the expression of grief by bereaved families during Ghanaian funeral ceremonies for their departed loved ones. In Ghanaian funeral ceremonies, tributes hold significant importance as they provide a platform for family members to publicly convey their emotions and memories associated with the deceased. The analysis revealed that family members employ conceptual metaphors for various purposes, including offering consolation, providing encouragement, expressing appreciation for the deceased's life, engaging in reminiscence, honouring, and celebrating the departed souls.

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