Hanapin
Exclamatory mood
/ɛksklˈamətəɹˌi mˈuːd/
/ɛksklˈæmətˌoːɹi mˈuːd/Exclamatory mood
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exclamatory mode, exclamatory mood
a grammatical mood used to convey intense emotions, excitement, surprise, or strong statements, typically marked by the use of exclamation marks and vibrant language to express enthusiasm, astonishment, joy, or other intense feelings
What is the "exclamatory mood"?
The exclamatory mood is a grammatical mood used to express strong emotions, feelings, or reactions. This mood often emphasizes excitement, surprise, joy, or frustration and is characterized by exclamatory sentences that typically begin with words such as "what" or "how." For example, the sentence "What a beautiful day!" expresses joy about the weather, while "How amazing that was!" conveys excitement about an event. Exclamatory sentences often end with an exclamation mark to indicate the intensity of the emotion being expressed. This mood enhances communication by allowing speakers to convey their feelings vividly and passionately.
exclamatory mood
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