The stylistic fuction of gerund periphrasis in the mass media headlines of Spain

The stylistic function of language periphrasis with gerund in the headlines of news texts of the Spanish editions is analyzed. The significance of headline as a key element of information and its connection with the basic text are considered. The gerund periphrasis, transferring the different shades of meaning, play a significant role in the attraction of the reader’s attention and the transfer of the basic idea of article.