* Phonology is the study of sound systems in a language. It deals with how sounds are organized and used to create meaning. Personification doesn't involve changes in how words sound.
* Lexis and Semantics are concerned with the vocabulary (lexis) and the meaning of words (semantics). Personification involves assigning human qualities or characteristics to non-human entities, which is a semantic concept.
Here's a breakdown:
* Personification is a literary device where inanimate objects, animals, or abstract ideas are given human qualities or abilities. This involves a shift in the way we understand the meaning of words and how we apply them.
* Example: "The wind whispered secrets through the trees." The word "whispered" usually refers to a human action, but here it's attributed to the wind, changing our understanding of its actions.
Therefore, personification relies on manipulating the meaning of words and concepts, placing it firmly within the realm of lexis and semantics.