utterance meaning

Meaning and Pragmatic Function

Explore how the meaning of language extends beyond literal interpretation, focusing on the speaker's intent, context, and the listener's understanding…

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Indirect Illocution

Indirect illocutionary acts occur when the speaker's intended meaning differs from the literal meaning of their utterance. It relies on…

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Illocutionary Inconsistency

Illocutionary inconsistency occurs when a speaker's intended meaning (illocutionary force) conflicts with the literal meaning of their utterance, leading to…

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Illocutionary Connectives: Linking Speech Acts

Illocutionary connectives bridge speech acts, clarifying the relationship between utterances. They guide interpretation by signaling logical, temporal, or causal links…

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Identity of Illocutionary Forces

Understanding the 'Identity of Illocutionary Forces' means recognizing that the same linguistic form can express different speech acts depending on…

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