INTERJECTIONS
INTERJECTIONS
INTERJECTIONS
COGNITIVE INTERJECTIONS
Cognitive interjections are related to information and
knowledge. They are used to show understanding, a reaction to
information, or a thought process.
EXAMPLES
"Shh" is used to tell someone to "Wow" can be used to show surprise. If someone tells you about an accident they
be quiet. "Yay" can be used to express excitement. had or a mistake they made, you could
"Grr" can be used to show anger. respond with "uh oh," which is used when
"Shoo" tells someone to go away.
"Eww" can be used to express disgust. you realize something bad has happened.
"Boo" is used to scare someone. If someone is telling you something you
"Ahh" can be used to show fear
already know, you could respond with "duh,"
which is often used to suggest that
something is obvious or indicates sarcasm.
Volitive Interjections Emotive Interjections Cognitive Interjections