Uptalk

Uptalk

The Phenomenon of Rising Intonation

Warren, Paul

Cambridge University Press

01/2016

240

Dura

Inglês

9781107123854

15 a 20 dias

This first comprehensive analysis of 'uptalk' examines its historical origins, geographical spread and social influences. Warren also looks at the media's coverage of the phenomenon, including the tension between the public's perception and the views of experts. Uptalk will be welcomed by anyone interested in the way we talk today.
1. Introduction - why 'uptalk'?; 2. The forms of uptalk; 3. The meanings and functions of uptalk; 4. Uptalk in English varieties; 5. Origins and spread of uptalk; 6. Social and stylistic variation in uptalk use; 7. Credibility killer and conversational anthrax: uptalk in the media; 8. Perception studies of uptalk; 9. Uptalk in other languages; 10. Methodology in uptalk research; 11. Summary and prospect.
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