COMPREHENSION OF AMBIGUOUS IDIOMS IN CONTEXT
COMPREHENSION OF AMBIGUOUS IDIOMS IN CONTEXT
Author(s): Alexandru Cornel SelyemSubject(s): Language studies, Language and Literature Studies, Semiotics / Semiology, Theoretical Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Phonetics / Phonology, Morphology, Lexis, Semantics, Language acquisition, Pragmatics, Comparative Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, Philology, Phraseology, Stylistics
Published by: Editura Arhipelag XXI
Keywords: idioms; comprehension; ambiguous; figurative language; meanings
Summary/Abstract: Ambiguous idioms—expressions that permit both literal and figurative interpretations—pose a challenge for language comprehension. This article reviews theoretical models of idiom ambiguity, empirical findings on how context influences comprehension (in adults, children, aphasic patients), and individual/cognitive factors that modulate comprehension. The role of working memory, processing speed, executive functions, and pragmatic perspective‐taking are surveyed. Gaps in the literature are identified, and directions for future research are proposed.
Journal: Journal of Romanian Literary Studies
- Issue Year: 2025
- Issue No: 42
- Page Range: 639-642
- Page Count: 4
- Language: English
