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Emoji and Social Media Paralanguage

Emoji and Social Media Paralanguage

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Emoji are now a common part of our social media interactions, but how do we use them to convey meaning? This book provides a comprehensive framework for analyzing how emoji contribute to meaning-making in social media discourse, alongside language. It explores how emoji interact with their linguistic co-text and function in social bonding, using extensive worked examples from social media corpora. The framework is explained in an accessible way, and a glossary is included to detail each system and feature used for the analysis. It is essential reading for anyone interested in investigating the role of emoji in digital communication.

Format: Hardback
Length: 268 pages
Publication date: 08 February 2024
Publisher: Cambridge University Press


Emojis have become an integral part of our social media interactions, but their usage extends beyond mere symbols. These tiny digital icons hold immense power to convey meaning and foster social bonding. In this groundbreaking book, the author delves into the intricate realm of emoji analysis, exploring how they contribute to meaning-making in social media discourse. Presented as a visual paralanguage, the book offers a comprehensive framework for examining the interplay between emojis and language. Through extensive examples derived from social media platforms like Twitter and TikTok, the author demonstrates how emojis interact with their linguistic co-text, shaping the overall meaning of messages. Moreover, the book sheds light on the role of emojis in social bonding, drawing upon the author's extensive work in this area. The framework for analyzing emojis is explained in a user-friendly manner, with a glossary providing detailed explanations of each system and feature employed in the analysis. Whether you are a communication scholar, social media enthusiast, or simply interested in understanding the evolving dynamics of digital communication, this book is a must-read. It offers valuable insights into the world of emojis and their profound impact on our interactions and relationships in the digital age.

Weight: 548g
ISBN-13: 9781009179812

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