Quality implicature refers to the unspoken assumptions made about the quality or truthfulness of a statement, often inferred from the…
Manner implicature refers to implied meanings derived from the way something is said, focusing on efficiency and clarity. It's about…
The Informativeness Principle guides communication by suggesting speakers should provide new, relevant information to listeners. It ensures conversations are efficient…
Immediacy refers to the feeling of being present and experiencing something directly, without intermediaries. It creates a sense of closeness…
Exploring the illocutionary point of expressions that convey speaker attitudes, emotions, and stances, going beyond mere propositional content to understand…
Explore the concept of background relation, understanding how context influences meaning and interpretation. Learn to identify and leverage these subtle…
A subject is a topic, theme, or idea that is presented, discussed, or acted upon. It forms the central focus…