FUNCTIONAL AND STYLISTIC FEATURES OF PARALINGUISTIC ELEMENTS IN ENGLISH LITERARY WORKS
Keywords:
paralinguistics, literary discourse, intonation, pragmatics, stylistics, non-verbal communication, expressivity.Abstract
This article examines the functional and stylistic features of paralinguistic elements in English literary works. Paralinguistic means such as intonation, pitch, volume, pauses, tempo, as well as gestures and facial expressions play a significant role in constructing meaning beyond verbal language. In literary discourse, these elements are often represented through descriptive devices and narrative techniques that help convey emotional states, pragmatic intentions, and character identity. The study highlights their expressive, pragmatic, regulatory, and stylistic functions in shaping literary communication.
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