Speech Acts Flashcards

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Is speech an act?

A

Yes, speaking is considered an action. It involves the intentional use of one’s vocal cords and language to convey thoughts and information.

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What are the types of speech acts?

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Locutionary
Illocutionary
Perlocutionary

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Refers to an utterance considered an action, particularly about its intention, purpose, or effect.

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Speech Act

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It is the content the meaning of the message itself depends on how you deliver it
Ex. “what?!” “STOP!”

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Locutionary

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The manner of saying it, how you deliver it

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Illocutionary

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The effect of the receiver on their end

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Perlocutionary

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