Verbal and Non-Verbal Linguistic Means of Expressing Emotivity in the English Language

Abstract

This thesis explores the various verbal and non-verbal linguistic means employed in the English language to express emotivity. It examines the role of language in conveying emotions and the ways in which speakers and writers utilize different linguistic strategies to encode and communicate their emotional states. The study delves into the theoretical foundations of emotivity, analyzing the underlying cognitive and pragmatic mechanisms that shape the linguistic manifestation of emotions. The thesis also investigates the interplay between verbal and non-verbal cues, such as tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language, in the holistic expression of emotivity. The findings of this research contribute to the understanding of the complex relationship between language and emotion, with implications for fields like linguistics, psychology, and communication studies.