VOL. 62, BOOK 1, PART B, 2024, pp. 93 – 101 Full text (Ru)

Author: Viktoria Nedyalkova

Affiliation: St. Kliment Ohridski University of Sofia

Abstract

This article aims to explore the phenomena of hesitation – a complex and interesting topic in modern linguistics. The goal is to provide a comprehensive review of existing concepts and analyze relevant sources. Various schools and authors present different definitions and classifications of this phenomenon. We will examine the ideas of the most notable authors, which will help establish a theoretical foundation for studying and analyzing hesitation phenomena. Additionally, it is important to explore the functions and reasons for their occurrence in spontaneous speech.

Key words: hesitation phenomenon, spontaneous speech, hesitation pauses