SUMMARY

Posted by : Unknown Senin, 28 Maret 2016

DENOTATION,CONNOTATION,AND IMPLICATION

ü DENOTATION

The denotation refers to the most basic or specific meaning of a word.so, Denotation is dictionary meaning of the word.Another way to think of it is as the associations that a word usually elicits for most speakers of a language,as distinguished from those elicited for any individual speaker because of personal experience.Denotation can be thought of as dictionary meanings or definition.

ü CONNOTATION

Connotation comes from the Latin word “connotare,”which means,“to mark in addition.In some cases,connotation can also be similar to symbolism as it hinges on culturally-accepted meanings.connotation is an idea that is suggested by or associated with a word.Connotation is the associated or secondary meaning.It can be something suggested or implied by a word or thing,rather than being explicitly named or described.It is important in poetry because use them to further develop or complicate a poem’s meaning.

ü IMPLICATION

implication is meaning which a speaker or writer intends but does not communicate directly.Where a listener is able to deduce or infer the intended meaning from what has been uttered,this is known as (conversational) implicature.

For example : A: We are late! à It is mean that they must quickly.

Example of denotation and connotation :

· The word "snake" simple denotes a reptile. But it has the connotation of someone who can not be trusted,someone who cheats,and/or someone who will do harm to you if they can.

· The word “home” is just a name of structure or a shelter that is the usual residence of a person, family,or household,but the word has connotation of a nation,a place of warmth,comfort,and affection.

· The connotation of a red rose is love and passion,and if an author were to refer to a red rose while talking about a relationship,the reader would understand that this connotation and symbolism was at play.

· The denotation is that it is a red,wild flower.If we look at the connotations,we naturally associate a rose with Valentine's Day or romance and courting.