I. YAKOVLEV CHUVASH STATE PEDAGOGICAL UNIVERSITY BULLETIN

conceptual integration theory, conceptual blending, input space, generic space, blended space, blend, metaphor, media discourse

The article examines how the nation is metaphorically portrayed in English-language media discourse, utilizing the framework of conceptual integration theory developed by G. Fauconnier and M. Turner. The study of metaphors related to the nation is particularly relevant, as the nation is a fundamental category that shapes identity, culture, and political sentiments. The analysis was conducted on English-language media materials, including articles and news reports. Methodologically, the research relies on the conceptual integration theory, which examines the interaction of mental spaces and the formation of cognitive blends. The analysis identified that metaphors NATION IS A FAMILY, NATION IS A TERRITORY, and NATION IS GREATNESS form specific cognitive blends that influence the perception of the nation, create complex associative connections in public consciousness, and highlight various aspects of the nation’s perception, including solidarity, physical boundaries, and national pride. Applying the conceptual integration theory allows for a deeper understanding of how nation-related metaphors shape and transform collective perception, having an impact on public opinion and political agendas. This study underscores the importance of analyzing metaphors to comprehend media discourse practices and their impact on the formation of national identity.

Мосягина Мария Сергеевна – кандидат филологических наук, доцент кафедры английской филологии Мордовского государственного университета им. Н. П. Огарева, г. Саранск, Россия, https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7481-8978, mmashamos@yandex.ru