Analysis of prosodic correlates of emotional speech data
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https://doi.org/10.36505/ExLing-2018/09/0004/000337Keywords:
expressive speech, emotions, prosodic groups, prosodic correlateAbstract
The study of expressive speech styles remains an important topic regarding parameter detection or prediction in speech processing. In this paper, we analyze prosodic correlates for six emotional styles (anger, disgust, joy, fear, surprise, and sadness) using data uttered by two speakers. The analysis focuses on the way pronunciation and prosodic parameters are modified in emotional speech compared to a neutral style. The analysis concerns speech pronunciation modifications, the presence of pauses in sentences, and local prosodic behavior, with an emphasis on the analysis of prosody over prosodic groups and breathing groups.
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