ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-HAR2-0016 · ATLAS 251

Epiphonem

A pointed exclamation or memorable phrase at the end of a passage.

Explanation

Many lines converge into a final, lingering point.

Example

Atlas example in editorial form: A pointed exclamation or memorable phrase at the end of a passage.

Counterexample

Neutral phrasing lacking the form described for an epiphoneme.

Distinction

The distinction from “sentence” and “pointe” is explored in greater depth in the source note.

Effect on thought and perception

Many threads converge in a final, lingering point.

Resonance

Many lines converge at a final, lingering point.

Cite this entry

Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Epiphonem“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-HAR2-0016. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-HAR2-0016

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