language and occupation Flashcards
1
Q
What is Jargon
A
Defined words originated in a specific occupation
2
Q
What is an acronym?
A
Is a word or words shortened by letters for example OMG or LOL
the acronym tends to be the start letter of each word
3
Q
What is occupational language?
A
Phrases or words used in a specific occasion or jobs, eg navy for codes
4
Q
Definition of convergence
A
When we use language to resemble that used by those around us
5
Q
Definition of divergence
A
When we use language to distance ourselves from each other
6
Q
What are the 4 Grice’s maxims
A
Maxim of quality
Maxim of quantity
Maxim of relation
Maxim of manner
7
Q
What is maxim of quality
A
Be truthful
8
Q
What is maxim of quantity
A
Don’t talk for too long or too little
9
Q
What is maxim of relation
A
Be relevant
10
Q
What is maxim of manner
A
Be clear
