Metaphors as Jabs: A Communication Model for Sharpening Imagery

 Metaphors are not just decorative—they’re strategic. In communication, a well-placed metaphor can act like a jab: light, quick, and effective in shaping perception. This conceptual model illustrates how metaphors interact with communication and imagery, highlighting their role in priming the listener’s imagination and deepening mutual understanding.


Metaphors as Jabs: A Communication Model for Sharpening Imagery
Modeling Based on 西剛志『結局、​どう​したら​伝わるのか?』

Entity Name Description
Metaphor A figurative expression used to convey meaning through symbolic or analogical language.
Communication The process of exchanging meaning between individuals through verbal or non-verbal means.
Communication Jab A subtype of Communication that delivers a light, strategic metaphor to subtly influence perception.
Image The mental representation or impression formed in the listener’s mind during communication.

Metaphors, when used as jabs, gently nudge the listener’s imagination and sharpen the shared image. They’re not just linguistic tools—they’re cognitive catalysts.

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