Pragmatics Flashcards
1
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Deictic Expressions
Deictically & Generically
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2
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Presuppositions
(reference, preposition triggers, negation, or type of presupposition.)
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3
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Face Threatening Act (FTA)
(off-record, bald on-record, positive/negative politeness)
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4
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Implicature(s)
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5
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Pragmalinguistics
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- The study of how language forms (words, phrases) are used to perform actions or convey meaning in specific contexts.
- Key Point: Focuses on how linguistic choices impact communication (e.g., politeness strategies like “Could you please…?”).
6
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Sociopragmatic
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- The study of how social factors (like culture, status, or relationships) influence the way language is used in communication.
- Key Point: Looks at how social norms shape language use, such as how we adjust speech depending on who we’re talking to.
7
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Principle of Optimal Relevance
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8
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True or False:
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