A visual language for representing invisible aspects of natural language

Abstract

Abstract CPP-TRS (Tonfoni 1989-94) is both a methodology and a language. Through the methodoogy (CPP), those invisible aspects of communication are identified and represented by the meta-language (TRS), which complements natural language. CPP-TRS (Communicative Positioning Program/Text Representation Systems) is a visual language based on a system of 12 canvas, 10 signs, 14 symbols and a wide set of visual dynamic schemes. Based on a very simple syntax, CPP-TRS is capable of representing meaning and intention as well as communicative function visually. It is the invisible aspects of natural language that are the most relevant to getting the global meaning of a text. CPP-TRS can therefore be considered an unambiguous, fast and effective visual system for reinforcing natural language.