Examining Metadiscourse in Albanian Newspaper Opinion Pieces: An Analysis Using Hyland’s Taxonomy
Examining Metadiscourse in Albanian Newspaper Opinion Pieces: An Analysis Using Hyland’s Taxonomy

Summary/Abstract: This study examines the utilization of interactional metadiscourse markers in Albanian newspaper opinion articles. Interactional metadiscourse refers to the linguistic resources writers employ to interact with their readers and establish a relationship. Such markers are particularly relevant in persuasive genres like newspaper discourse, as they can be used to achieve persuasive objectives. This study aims to investigate the interactional metadiscourse categories and subcategories employed in Albanian newspaper opinion articles. The analysis was conducted on a corpus of fifty Albanian newspaper opinion articles, using Hyland’s taxonomy of metadiscourse. The findings suggest that Albanian opinion article writers rely more heavily on interactional metadiscourse, with self-mentions and hedges being the most predominant metadiscourse markers. Specifically, the study found that Albanian opinion article writers frequently use Hedges and self-mentions to convey their personal opinions, judgments, and evaluations, and engagement markers to directly address and involve the readers in the text. This indicates that Albanian opinion article writers place a strong emphasis on establishing a connection with their audience and persuading them through the strategic use of Interactional metadiscourse.

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