The directive illocutionary point refers to speech acts intended to get the hearer to do something. This category includes commands,…
Direct illocutionary acts convey their intended meaning straightforwardly, without relying on indirect cues. The speaker's intention is clear from the…
Dialogue discourse examines the structure, patterns, and functions of spoken interaction. It analyzes how conversations are built, maintained, and how…
Conversational maxims are unstated rules guiding efficient and cooperative communication. They ensure clarity, relevance, and sincerity, fostering smoother and more…
Conversation Analysis (CA) is a qualitative methodology that examines the structure and organization of natural human interaction. It focuses on…
A contrast relation highlights differences and oppositions between two or more entities, ideas, or situations. It emphasizes what sets them…
A conjunctive illocutionary act combines multiple speech acts into a single utterance, where the meaning of one act depends on…
Compound discourse involves the intricate interplay of multiple communicative acts to convey a complex message. It moves beyond simple statements…
A complex illocutionary act combines multiple basic speech acts into a single, more nuanced communicative intention, often involving conditions or…
This concept explores how performing one speech act can obligate or commit the speaker to performing subsequent acts, influencing conversational…