Compose an in-depth literature review that explores hyperbole in a general sense, placing specific attention on numerical hyperboles. Use the provided papers for analysis while incorporating additional sources as necessary.
My research explores the use of hyperbole in Kuwaiti Arabic (KA), focusing on numeral expressions to represent exaggerated quantities. It is the first study of its kind within the field of KA dialect studies, utilising data from various speaker groups, with a primary source being a corpus of KA hyperbolic expressions from X (formerly known as Twitter). The study finds that phrases related to numbers, accumulation, and quantity are particularly effective in crafting vivid hyperboles. In KA, common numerical quantifiers like sittīn ‘sixty,’ imya ‘hundred,’ and malyо̄n ‘million’ are often used hyperbolically. Additionally, KA speakers invent their own terms for large, indefinite numbers, akin to English’s ‘zillion’ or ‘gazillion.’ This includes original creations and borrowings from English and neighbouring Arabic dialects, such as dabalāt ‘doubles’ and ahlēn ‘two hellos.’ The research shows that hyperbole is a significant aspect of linguistic creativity and plays a key role in language evolution. It highlights the diverse ways in which KA speakers use hyperbole, and the impact of these expressions on the language’s development.
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