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Deictics…

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When something isn’t spelled out explicitly. Used in conversation when they audience/participants can see what is being spoken about.

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Hedges/mitigators…

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Words which weaken or soften what is said: “kind of”, “perhaps”.

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Implicature…

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Refers to a meaning suggested by an utterance, even if not directly expressed. “It’s a bit cold in here”, could in fact be a request to shut the window.

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Grice’s maxims…

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  1. Quantity - don’t say too much/too little
  2. Quality - don’t lie
  3. Relation - be relevant
  4. Manner - don’t be obscure or ambiguous
    Only comment on if they are disobeyed.
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Face needs…

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Threatening face needs by being rude/direct to someone.

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Phatic communication…

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Small talk, used to establish/maintain social contact. “nice day, isn’t it?” “hi, how are you?”

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