Table 1 Language characteristics of Yongju opera.
From: Automatic generation and transfer of Yongju opera language using AIGC technology and style mapping
Feature category | Specific content | Example |
|---|---|---|
Dialect vocabulary | Retain a large number of Ningbo dialect vocabulary, incorporate ancient words and loanwords | “Allah”, “sweet potato” |
Grammatical structure | Use specific sentence patterns and word order such as inverted sentences and omitted sentences, and use rhetorical techniques such as overlap and repetition | “Walk around”, “take a look” |
Phonological rhythm | The tone is rich and changeable, the singing is diverse, and the rhythm of the language is emphasized | Passionate and high-pitched plate cavity, soft and graceful curved card body |
Expression | Vividly portray characters, show storylines, and convey thoughts and feelings | Humorous and sincere emotions |
Artistic effect | Give the script a rich local color, enhance the audience’s emotional resonance and sense of regional identity | Unique musical style, fascinating language expression |
