(1) To my mind, denotation is what we observe, how we perceived from this object. Denotation represents the external concepts of our world, whereas, connotation is related to personal interpretation and experience, it has many different functions, and explores its internal thoughts.
(2) In term of realizing the difference between denotation and connotation, for this week’s reading, I really like “Dude” written by Scott F.KIESLING. This article illustrates dude’s denotation and connotation in communication. Dude as a modern word appears in young people’s interactions. In fact, many simple words are used in our daily life has its deeper connotations and different functions. Kiesling mentions that use of dude is associated with culture, personality
(2) In term of realizing the difference between denotation and connotation, for this week’s reading, I really like “Dude” written by Scott F.KIESLING. This article illustrates dude’s denotation and connotation in communication. Dude as a modern word appears in young people’s interactions. In fact, many simple words are used in our daily life has its deeper connotations and different functions. Kiesling mentions that use of dude is associated with culture, personality