Elaborate on the Application of Metaphors in College English Teaching Reform

Abstract

With the continuous deepening of education reform in our country,the importance of English,as a fundamental subject,is becoming increasingly prominent in higher education and teaching.In college English teaching,rhetorical devices can effectively help students improve their understanding ability and enhance their logical thinking ability.As one of the most basic rhetorical devices,metaphors play an important role in English teaching.However,the current problems in college English teaching are still prominent,which need teachers to further explore and study.Therefore,this paper starts with the existing problems in college English teaching,elaborates the application of metaphors in college English teaching reform,puts forward several suggestions for college English teaching reform,and hopes to provide useful references for college English teachers.While strengthening the efforts of English education reform in universities,we aim to create a favorable learning atmosphere for students.