2014
DOI: 10.17576/jkmjc-2014-3002-02
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A Metaphoric Rhetorical Criticism on Aminuddin Baki’s Speech: Some Preliminary Findings

Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to look at the Aminuddin Baki's Torch Movement Speech (Ceramah Gerakan Obor) from the critical theory of metaphorical perspective. The study of metaphor is considered important because it has been used by many speech writers, authors, and CEOs in big organisations to strengthen the impact of their speeches. Metaphors are used to amplify meanings in one's speech. The objective of the study is to identify the type of metaphors employed and how the metaphors are conveyed within the To… Show more

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“…The oar is used as metaphor elements which it is an object that allows the movement of a small water vessel (Helvacioglu et al, 2011;Ibrahim et al (2014). The passenger needs rowing to create a circular movement with the oar to push the boat forward (Černe et al, 2013;Sayed et al (2014). On the other hand, it shows that the consistent positive actions (Row) must be deployed to overcome the challenges (water) within time to avoid delay.…”
Section: Neo-aristotelian Criticismmentioning
confidence: 99%
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“…The oar is used as metaphor elements which it is an object that allows the movement of a small water vessel (Helvacioglu et al, 2011;Ibrahim et al (2014). The passenger needs rowing to create a circular movement with the oar to push the boat forward (Černe et al, 2013;Sayed et al (2014). On the other hand, it shows that the consistent positive actions (Row) must be deployed to overcome the challenges (water) within time to avoid delay.…”
Section: Neo-aristotelian Criticismmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…It is important to be on time. Sayed et al (2014) also opined that it is apparent that the Aminuddin Baki wished that the Malays to accelerate the progress and be competitive towards success. Aminuddin Baki aimed to spark a realization among audience in responding positively.…”
Section: Neo-aristotelian Criticismmentioning
confidence: 99%