Proximate person deixis refers to the use of words like 'I,' 'you,' and 'we' to point to people in close…
Person deixis refers to the use of words that point to the speaker, listener, or others. It's fundamental for establishing…
Explore the surprising effectiveness of permissible mixed metaphors in language. Discover how these unconventional combinations can create vivid imagery and…
A nondefective illocutionary act is a speech act performed correctly and successfully, achieving its intended communicative purpose without any inherent…
Illocutionary verbs are verbs that perform an action as they state it, like promising or warning. They directly express the…
Grammatical tone refers to the attitude or feeling conveyed by a speaker or writer through their word choice, sentence structure,…
Discourse refers to a continuous discourse or conversation, encompassing spoken, written, or signed communication. It involves the exchange of ideas,…
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…
A conjunctive illocutionary act combines multiple speech acts into a single utterance, where the meaning of one act depends on…