Exploration of Emotional Expression Functions of Natural Onomatopoeia in Kenji Miyazawa's Fairy Tales
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This paper explores the natural onomatopoeia in Kenji Miyazawa's fairy tales, focusing on its multiple functions in emotional communication. As a unique linguistic technique, onomatopoeia enriches the text's expressiveness and plays a crucial role in enhancing readers' emotional resonance. Through detailed linguistic analysis, the study clarifies the definition and characteristics of natural onomatopoeia, examining how it conveys emotions both directly and indirectly, thereby revealing the profound relationship between onomatopoeia and nature, illustrating the harmonious coexistence of humanity and the natural world. The paper analyzes the cultural context of onomatopoeia and its impact on readers' emotions, further exploring how it stimulates readers' imagination and enriches their reading experience. Future research directions are envisioned, emphasizing the potential applications of onomatopoeia in other literary works and the in-depth exploration of the relationship between language and emotion. This series of analyses aims to provide new insights into the emotional expression in Miyazawa's works, showcasing the unique value of natural onomatopoeia in literature.
Author: Jun Ni
Institutions: Anshan Normal University, National University
Language: English
Subfield: Language and Linguistics
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4409977532