Indexicals are words like 'I,' 'here,' and 'now' whose meaning changes depending on who is speaking, where they are, and…
Holism posits that systems and their properties are best understood as integrated wholes, rather than merely the sum of their…
Contextualism posits that the meaning and truth of an assertion depend heavily on the specific context in which it is…
An utterance is a complete unit of speech, spoken in a natural flow. It's more than just words; it conveys…
Semantics is the study of meaning in language. It explores how words, phrases, and sentences convey specific interpretations and how…
Sarcasm is a form of verbal irony where someone says the opposite of what they mean, often to mock or…
Pragmatics is the study of how context influences the interpretation of meaning. It explores how we use language in real-world…
Exophoric reference points to entities or concepts outside the immediate text. Understanding this linguistic phenomenon is crucial for effective communication…
Discourse analysis examines language use beyond sentence level, exploring how context, social factors, and power relations shape communication. It reveals…
Deixis refers to words or phrases that directly point to the context of their utterance, such as 'here', 'now', 'I',…