Cognitive Models of Concepts Transformation in Some German Sports Terms Borrowed from English

The article examines the linguistic aspects of process borrowing terms from English language into sports sphere German perspective a cognitive approach. It analyses features interaction conceptual systems professional spheres. paper describes transformation models structures recipient in terminological on material Anglicisms language. study shows that loanwords most often convey structure language, which is generated basis already existing mental source Various “alien” concept are defined: preserving original prototype concept; developing new language; narrowing prototype. research contributes to problem representation knowledge term, identification and mechanisms through borrowed units. results can be used courses linguistics, lexicology, practice lexicographical descriptions, as well teaching practical skills sports. Keywords: Borrowing, terms, terminology, knowledge.