Denotation vs Connotation | Easy Explanation with Examples
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0:00 Welcome back guys. Today we will discuss about denotation versus connotation and I'll show you how one word can have two very different meanings and how this
0:10 tiny difference can change the entire message. Let's jump into the quick explanation. The denotation of a word is its literal
0:20 dictionary definition without any emotional or cultural meaning. You can say denotation is the basic and direct meaning you would find in a
0:29 dictionary. On the other hand, the connotation of a word refers to the emotional, cultural or suggested meaning that goes beyond
0:39 its literal definition. It can be positive, negative, or neutral depending on how the word is used and understood in context.
0:50 You can think of connotation as the feeling or idea a word brings to mind. For example, let's take a word snake.
1:02 Its denotative meaning is a legless reptile. While connotative meaning is a dishonest or dangerous person used in negative
1:12 sense, cheap. Its literal meaning is low in price. While its conitative meaning is low in
1:22 quality or in trustworthy again in negative sense. Childish dictionary meaning is related to
1:32 behavior of a child. While connotative meaning can be in both ways innocent or pure positive and immature or silly negative
1:45 fat. Its denotative meaning is larger in body size. It can be offensive or harsh if you say
1:55 fat to anybody. Mental its literal meaning is related to the
2:02 mind. While in slang it's offensive or dismissive implying someone is crazy,
2:13 skinny. Literal meaning is very thin, while connotative meaning is unhealthy or underweight.
2:24 Can you think of any other words that have a positive or negative connotation depending on how they're used? Drop your examples in the comments below. I'd love
2:34 to read them. So we understand that denotation tells us the dictionary meaning of a word
2:42 while connotation reveals the feelings, attitudes or ideas it carries. One word can sound positive in one context and negative in another. So always consider
2:54 how your words feel, not just what they mean. Thanks for watching. If you liked our video, please like, subscribe, and also press the bell icon. Plus, don't
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