英语语调特点及多种功能探析

A Probe into the Characters of English Intonation and Its Multiple Functions

英语语调的特点与其它语言的语调不同,交际中功能多样。说话者用不同的语调表达他们不同的思想、态度和情感。语调不仅起着传递信息的功能,而且强化和影响着说话者的语义。因此掌握英语语调的功能极其重要。英语语调的功能分为语义功能、表态功能、语法功能和重音功能。

English intonation has its own characters and multiple functions in communications. Different speakers may employ different intonation to express their thoughts, attitudes and feelings, etc. Intonation not only conveys messages, but also strengthens the influence of the discourse. So it is of great importance to master the functions of intonation. The following are often cited as important functions of English intonation： semantic function, attitudinal function, grammatical function, accentual function