PHONETICAL MOTIVATION

Abstract

This work explores the concept of phonetical motivation in linguistics, focusing on how the sounds of words can be naturally associated with their meanings. Phonetical motivation refers to the phenomenon where there is a non-arbitrary, often iconic, link between the phonetic form of a word and the concept it denotes. The annotation discusses key examples from various languages, highlighting onomatopoeia and sound symbolism, and analyzes their relevance in word formation, language acquisition, and cognitive linguistics. Special attention is given to how phonetical motivation enhances memorability and emotional impact of words, especially in poetry, advertising, and child language.