Testing and evaluation of metaphoric competence (with reference to Hindi) (original) (raw)

Metaphoric competence is crucial for effective communication, as it encompasses the ability to recognize, comprehend, and appropriately use metaphors in speaking and writing. This article discusses the evolution of the understanding of metaphor from a mere rhetorical device to a pivotal cognitive process and aims to develop a tool for assessing metaphoric competence specifically within the Hindi language context. It advocates for the importance of testing and evaluating metaphoric competence through receptive and productive skills and emphasizes the role of language teachers in this process.