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/pɹaɡmˈatɪk taɪpˈɒlədʒi/
/pɹæɡmˈæɾɪk taɪpˈɑːlədʒi/the investigation of how languages vary in their use of pragmatic features and strategies, such as politeness, deixis, discourse structure, and speech acts, to achieve effective communication
What is "pragmatic typology"?
Pragmatic typology is the study of how different languages use language in context to convey meaning and achieve communication goals. This field examines how pragmatic factors, such as speech acts, politeness strategies, and context-dependent meanings, vary across languages. Pragmatic typologists analyze how cultural norms and social relationships influence language use, looking at how speakers navigate meaning in various situations. This research helps to understand the diversity of communicative practices and the role of context in shaping language and interaction in different cultures.
