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…
Deictic expressions are words or phrases whose meaning depends on the context of their utterance, including time, place, and participants.…
The deictic center is the conceptual 'here' and 'now' from which an utterance is oriented. It anchors language in the…
A definite concessive relation signals a contrast where one proposition is true despite the expectation set by another. It acknowledges…
A defective illocutionary act occurs when the intended force of an utterance is not successfully conveyed due to issues in…
The Cooperative Principle, articulated by H.P. Grice, suggests that participants in a conversation cooperate to make their talk effective and…
Conversational maxims are unstated rules guiding efficient and cooperative communication. They ensure clarity, relevance, and sincerity, fostering smoother and more…
Conversational implicature refers to what a speaker suggests or implies with an utterance, beyond what is literally said. It's about…