There are basic functions of metaphor under consideration which are nominative, figurative, expressively-evaluative and conceptual presented in this article. Two latest vocabulary lists as well as the samples of contemporary Swedish fiction have been examined to provide this article with necessary examples. Depending on the significance and the appropriate meaningfulness of the considered forms in each definite case these metaphors are divided into certain groups.
Kostanda Olga. CONCEPTUAL AND EXPRESSIVELY-EVALUATIVE METAPHORS IN SWEDISH