Intonation is an integral part of communication for all speakers. But can sign languages have intonation? A new study shows that signers use their faces to create intonational ‘melodies’ just as ...
When adults speak a second language, you can oftentimes tell. Usually, it’s from what’s coming out of their mouth. But communication isn’t always verbal. Their body (and head) moves too. And according ...
Adults learning another language often tend to continue using the intonation of their native language. This causes them to make mistakes in the new language: incorrect intonation can change the ...