Exclamatory interjections express strong, spontaneous emotions like surprise, joy, anger, or pain. (Exclamatory interjections are often followed by an exclamation mark and stand alone.)
Emotive interjectionsconvey feelings or emotional reactions, often more subdued than exclamatory ones. (Emotive interjections can express empathy, disgust, relief, or realization.)
Cognitive interjectionsreflect mental processes like hesitation, thinking, or realization. (Cognitive interjections often signal uncertainty or contemplation.)
Volitive interjections express commands, requests, or calls for attention. (Volitive interjections are often used to direct behavior or grab attention.)
Greeting interjections initiate social interaction. (Greeting interjections are polite and context-sensitive.)
Parting interjections end a conversation or say goodbye. (Parting interjections are often used with a friendly tone or informal speech.)
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