In conversation analysis, a dispreferred second part is a response that deviates from the expected, preferred sequence. It often signals…
Conversational maxims are unstated rules guiding efficient and cooperative communication. They ensure clarity, relevance, and sincerity, fostering smoother and more…
An adjacency pair is a sequence of two related utterances by different speakers, where the second utterance is a conventional…
A dyad is the smallest possible social group, consisting of two individuals. It's a fundamental unit for studying relationships, communication,…