Embodied cognition of the concept of “JOY” in Vietnamese and Lao

Abstract

According to the embodied theory, the concept of emotions originates from the body and expresses on body parts. Researching on this issue should be based on the relationships related to the body in both physical and mental aspects. From that fact, the article focuses on studying the concept of emotion “joy” in Vietnamese and Lao from two perspectives, including: internal and towardsoutside-body reactions. The article contributes to showing the similarities and differences in culture and thought of Vietnamese and Lao people through the formation and use of these cognitive structures.