The semantic-stylistic features of English proverbs
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https://doi.org/10.2024/ktw57j11Keywords:
proverbs, semantics, stylistic devices, metaphor, hyperbole, irony, rhyme, alliteration, parallelism, figurative language, symbolism, moral instruction, social commentary, rhythm, metonymyAbstract
Proverbs, as concise expressions of wisdom and cultural values, offer rich material for linguistic analysis, particularly in terms of their semantic and stylistic characteristics. This article examines the semantic-stylistic features of English proverbs, focusing on their meaning, structure, and the linguistic mechanisms that contribute to their stylistic effectiveness. By analyzing a variety of well-known English proverbs, the study identifies key semantic patterns, such as metaphor, irony, and hyperbole, as well as stylistic features like rhyme, parallelism, and brevity. These features enhance the memorability, communicative power, and aesthetic value of proverbs, making them effective tools for moral instruction and social commentary. The analysis highlights how proverbs function not only as conveyors of wisdom but also as stylistic devices that shape language use in different contexts.
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