PECULIAR FEATURES OF NEGATION IN JAPANESE COMMUNICATION PROCESS

Communication is a multifaceted process of developing connections that arise from the need for interaction between individuals engaged in joint activities. In the process of communication, the exchange of information—i.e., the communicative factor—plays an important role. During a conversation, it is essential for participants to perceive and understand each other. When engaging in joint activities, individuals must unite with others when necessary, achieve mutual understanding, obtain required information, and provide responses accordingly. Communication involves not only verbal expression but also nonverbal means such as gestures and facial expressions. Thus, communication is a process of interaction between individuals through verbal and nonverbal means.