PRAGMATICS IN ENGLISH: HOW LANGUAGE SHAPES COMMUNICATION
Keywords:
Pragmatics, English language, communication, speech acts, implicature, context, politeness, conversational maxims, intercultural communication.Abstract
This article explores the role of pragmatics in shaping communication in the English language. It focuses on how meaning is constructed beyond literal interpretation, considering context, speaker intention, and shared cultural norms. The research analyzes the pragmatic principles that govern speech acts, implicature, politeness, and conversational maxims, emphasizing how they enable effective human interaction. Furthermore, it discusses methodological approaches to studying pragmatics and presents key findings on how pragmatic competence contributes to successful communication. The study concludes with practical suggestions for improving pragmatic awareness in language teaching and intercultural contexts.
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