Intensification in English and Spanish Communication

Nydia Flores-Ferrán's book explores linguistic intensification in Spanish and English communication, defining it as the use of linguistic features, strategies, and devices to escalate and amplify communication. It builds on a rich body of literature and demonstrates its applicability in language learning by discussing techniques native speakers use to enhance their communication.

Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 15 June 2022
Publisher: Lexington Books

In her comprehensive exploration of linguistic intensification in Spanish and English communication, Nydia Flores-Ferrán delves into the definition, features, strategies, and devices employed to enhance and amplify oral and written communication. Drawing upon a wealth of literature, the book delves into the conceptualization of linguistic intensification within socio-pragmatics and Persuasion Theory, showcasing its applicability in language learning. Flores-Ferrán also highlights the techniques native speakers utilize to amplify the illocutionary force of their communication, offering valuable insights for both scholars and practitioners.

In her comprehensive exploration of linguistic intensification in Spanish and English communication, Nydia Flores-Ferrán delves into the definition, features, strategies, and devices employed to enhance and amplify oral and written communication. Drawing upon a wealth of literature, the book delves into the conceptualization of linguistic intensification within socio-pragmatics and Persuasion Theory, showcasing its applicability in language learning. Flores-Ferrán also highlights the techniques native speakers utilize to amplify the illocutionary force of their communication, offering valuable insights for both scholars and practitioners.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781793639615