Literary Lantern

STRESS - MEANING, IMPORTANCE, PATTERNS, ARTICULATION, USAGES   Introduction: In the context of the English language, "stress" refers to the emphasis placed on particular syllables within words, or on certain words within a sentence. This emphasis can be created through loudness, pitch, and duration variations when pronouncing syllables or words. Stress is a crucial element in English as it can alter the meaning of words and sentences, making it essential for clear communication. There are two primary types of stress in English: Word Stress: This refers to the emphasis placed on one syllable within a word. Sentence Stress: This refers to the emphasis placed on specific words within a sentence to convey meaning, emotion, or importance.   IMPORTANCE OF STRESS IN ENGLISH Clarity of Communication: Stress is fundamental in ensuring spoken English is correctly understood. Misplacing stress can change the meaning of words or sentences, lead...

  Organs of Speech Introduction : In all languages, we speak with air from the lungs. We fill our lungs with air quickly and release it slowly, either through our nose or mouth. Since we use air to breathe and emit the air out of the lungs, it is known as a “ Pulmonic egressive air stream ”. We use various organs in the production of speech. The organs of speech can be divided into three systems: 1.       Respiratory System (It consists of the lungs, the muscles of the chest, and the windpipe.) 2.       Articulatory System (It consists of a few organs in our head and neck. These organs are called organs of speech. These organs include the lips, the teeth, and the palate.) 3.       Phonatory System (It consists of the larynx, vocal cords, and glottis.) The Larynx: The Larynx is commonly called the ‘Adam’s apple’. It is situated at the top of the windpipe. In the Larynx, two vocal cords ...

FUNCTION OF LITERARY CRITICISM Introduction Literary criticism is the study, explanation, and evaluation of literature. It helps readers understand and enjoy literary works more deeply. The word “criticism” comes from the Greek word kritikos , which means “a judge.” But criticism is not only about judging or finding faults. It also involves understanding the meaning, purpose, and beauty of a literary work. Over time, literary criticism has grown into a helpful tool that connects readers, writers, and the world of literature. Judgment and Evaluation One of the main functions of literary criticism is judgment. A critic reads a literary work and examines its strengths and weaknesses. This process helps to understand whether the work has artistic value. The critic also compares the work with other literature to decide how important or original it is. Evaluation goes hand in hand with judgment. Here, the critic considers the work’s worth based on literary, moral, or social values. They ...