Toward the Means for English Punning

In response to the three properties of language, the various means for English punning can be categorized in terms of phonology, semantics and graphology. The phonological means can be further divided into the homophonic words, phrases, formations and mimetic equivalents. The semantic means for English punning exist on lexical, syntactical, and contextual levels. The graphic means for English punning are seen in the distorted explanation and visual exploitation of semiotic symbols.