UAS MK Pragmatics 2023/2024
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Pragmatics in linguistics deals with the study of language in context—how context influences the interpretation of meaning in communication. It focuses on how people use language in social situations, considering factors like implied meaning, context, intentions, and presuppositions to understand communication beyond just the literal words used.
Type of Pragmatics :
1. Speech Acts : Speech acts are concepts in linguistics that study how speech not only conveys information but also performs actions, such as requesting, giving orders, making promises, or apologizing.
Example : “I promise i will be there on time.” ; Committing to a future action or behaviour
2. Deixis : Deixis in pragmatics can be observed in various contexts. Deixis expressions like “here”, “there”, “this”, and “that” are commonly used in everyday language to reference specific elements within a given context.
Example : “I will meet you there” ; In this sentence, “there” is a deictic expression that relies on the context to indicate a location relative to the speaker and listener.
3. Implicature : Implicature is the hidden or implied meaning in communication that is not explicitly stated. It involves assumptions or understandings made from the context or implied information from someone’s words, which can differ from the literal or explicit meaning. In the given example, the response “I’ve already had breakfast” implicitly implies that the person doesn’t want to drink because they’ve already eaten, although it’s not directly expressed.
Example : It’s getting late, and I have an early morning tomorrow.” ; in this sentence, explicitly, a person states that it is getting late, but does not directly say that they want to go home or stop talking. The implication is that the person may want to finish the conversation or leave a certain situation because they have obligations in the morning and want to get ready for bed or rest early. The implicature is contained in the context of the sentence without being stated directly.
4. Politeness : In linguistics, “politeness” refers to the polite and respectful way of speaking in a language. Examples can be found in the use of words like “please”, “thank you”, or the selection of more subtle words to honor the other person.
Examples : “Thank you very much for your help”, “I’m sorry, could you repeat that?” or “Excuse me, may I ask you something?”
5. Conversational Maxims : Conversational maxims in linguistics refer to the guiding principles proposed by philosopher Paul Grice. They outline the fundamental rules that govern effective communication in conversations. These maxims include the principles of quantity (providing adequate information), quality (being truthful), relation (being relevant), and manner (being clear and avoiding ambiguity). Adhering to these principles helps people engage in cooperative and meaningful conversations.
Example :
• Maxim of Quantity : “I need a medium-sized box for shipping.” ; This adheres to the maxim by providing the specific size required without excessive detail.
• Maxim of Quality : “The meeting starts at 9 am.” ; This follows the maxim by providing information considered accurate and truthful.
• Maxim of Relation : “Regarding your question about the project deadline, we’ll discuss it in the team meeting tomorrow.” ; This sentence maintains relevance by addressing the specific topic raised.
• Maxim of Manner : “Could you please explain the steps one by one?” ; By asking for a clear, orderly explanation, this adheres to the maxim of manner
6. Presupposition : Presuppositions in linguistics refer to assumptions or beliefs that are taken as true or accepted beforehand in a sentence or statement. In the context of linguistics, presupposition is a pragmatic feature related to the meaning implied in a sentence.
Example : “Do you still have your book with you?” ; This sentence assumes that the listener previously had the book or usually carries it
Muhammad Irgy, Putri Zalsabila Al Asri, Nurul Fatima Azzahra, Salsabila, Mery Aniza
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https://pbi.ftk.uin-alauddin.ac.id/artikel-3531-pragmatics-in-linguistics
Name : Karima Fataruba
ReplyDeleteThis text is excellent at organizing and explaining pragmatic concepts. Each section is explained clearly and accompanied by relevant examples, so readers can easily understand how context influences communication. The addition of a concluding sentence summarizing the importance of understanding these aspects in effective communication would provide a good final statement for this text.
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1.Implicature**: A conversational implication that is understood from context without being explicitly stated.
- Example: "I have to get up early tomorrow," implying a desire to end the conversation to prepare for the next day.
2. **Politeness**: Using language in a respectful and considerate manner.
- Examples: "Thank you very much for your help," "I’m sorry, could you repeat that?" "Excuse me, may I ask you something?"
3. **Conversational Maxims**: Principles proposed by Paul Grice that guide effective communication:
- **Maxim of Quantity**: Provide the right amount of information. Example: "I need a medium-sized box for shipping."
- **Maxim of Quality**: Be truthful. Example: "The meeting starts at 9 am."
- **Maxim of Relation**: Be relevant. Example: "Regarding your question about the project deadline, we’ll discuss it in the team meeting tomorrow."
- **Maxim of Manner**: Be clear and orderly. Example: "Could you please explain the steps one by one?"
4. **Presupposition**: Assumptions or beliefs taken for granted in a statement.
- Example: "Do you still have your book with you?" assumes the listener had the book before or usually carries it.
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ReplyDeleteName: Nuria Septiani
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The article provides a comprehensive and clear introduction to pragmatics in linguistics, effectively covering key concepts such as speech acts, deixis, implicature, politeness, conversational maxims, and presupposition. Each section includes practical examples that enhance understanding. A slight expansion on the types of deixis and the Cooperative Principle underlying conversational maxims might offer additional clarity. Overall, it is well-structured and informative, making complex ideas accessible.
Name: Attahira A. Dabi-Dabi
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It categorizes several key types of pragmatics with clear explanations and examples, illustrating concepts such as speech acts, deixis, implicature, politeness, conversational maxims, and presupposition.
Each type is exemplified effectively, demonstrating their relevance in everyday communication scenarios. The examples provided illustrate how context, intention, and implied meanings play crucial roles in understanding language use beyond surface-level expressions. Overall, the text offers a coherent exploration of pragmatics, highlighting its significance in analyzing the nuanced aspects of language in social interactions.
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ReplyDeleteNAME: Magfira Juanda
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SUBJECT: Pragmatics
The article provides a comprehensive overview of pragmatics in linguistics, emphasizing its role in understanding how context influences the interpretation of meaning in communication. Pragmatics goes beyond the literal words used and considers factors such as implied meaning, intentions, and presuppositions.
The article details six key types of pragmatics:
1. Speech Acts: These are actions performed through speech, like promising or apologizing. For example, the sentence “I promise I will be there on time” commits the speaker to a future action.
2. Deixis: Deictic expressions like “here” and “there” rely on context to indicate specific elements. The example “I will meet you there” uses “there” to refer to a location understood from the context.
3. Implicature: This involves implied meaning that isn't explicitly stated. The example “It’s getting late, and I have an early morning tomorrow” suggests a desire to end a conversation without stating it directly.
4. Politeness: This refers to respectful language use, such as “please” and “thank you.” Examples include “Thank you very much for your help” and “Excuse me, may I ask you something?”
5. Conversational Maxims: Proposed by Paul Grice, these are principles that guide effective communication: quantity, quality, relation, and manner. Examples provided demonstrate how adhering to these maxims helps maintain cooperative and meaningful conversations.
6. Presupposition: These are assumptions taken as true within a sentence. For instance, “Do you still have your book with you?” presupposes that the listener had the book previously.
Overall, the article effectively outlines the importance of pragmatics in linguistics and provides clear examples to illustrate each type.
The article above is very good and interesting for beginners in learning the pragmatic context, where the article explains the meaning and types of pragmatics which are explained briefly. the language used by the author is very neat and orderly so that readers can easily understand the material. in addition, with the examples given that are in accordance with everyday life so that readers can easily understand the pragmatic context in everyday life.
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1. **Implicature**: A conversational implication that is understood from context without being explicitly stated.
- Example: "I have to get up early tomorrow," implying a desire to end the conversation to prepare for the next day.
2. **Politeness**: Using language in a respectful and considerate manner.
- Examples: "Thank you very much for your help," "I’m sorry, could you repeat that?" "Excuse me, may I ask you something?"
3. **Conversational Maxims**: Principles proposed by Paul Grice that guide effective communication:
- **Maxim of Quantity**: Provide the right amount of information. Example: "I need a medium-sized box for shipping."
- **Maxim of Quality**: Be truthful. Example: "The meeting starts at 9 am."
- **Maxim of Relation**: Be relevant. Example: "Regarding your question about the project deadline, we’ll discuss it in the team meeting tomorrow."
- **Maxim of Manner**: Be clear and orderly. Example: "Could you please explain the steps one by one?"
4. **Presupposition**: Assumptions or beliefs taken for granted in a statement.
- Example: "Do you still have your book with you?" assumes the listener had the book before or usually carries it.
Name : Rifdayanti Husen
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The article offers a solid introduction to pragmatics in linguistics, effectively covering essential concepts like speech acts, deixis, implicature, politeness, conversational maxims, and presupposition. The explanations are clear and supported by relevant examples, making complex ideas accessible. However, the article could benefit from more consistent formatting of examples and slightly expanded explanations to provide additional depth. Including references or suggestions for further reading would also enhance its value for readers seeking to explore the topic more deeply. Overall, it's a well-structured and informative piece that effectively introduces the fundamentals of pragmatics.
NAME : AYU ASMIARTI MAKIAN
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This text explains how context influences meaning in conversation. The explanation about the types of speech acts such as requests and commands is quite clear and easy to understand, but the examples used are still not enough to understand so it would be better to use more concrete examples. and the following to make it easier for readers to understand, it is important to maintain the way of writing and add brief explanations when using terms.
name : Della Zalfia Angraini
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The article on pragmatics in linguistics gives a thorough examination of how context influences the understanding of meaning in communication.
To begin, the section on speech acts emphasizes language's performative element, with words serving not only as information carriers but also as actions in and of themselves.
The debate of deixis is especially enlightening, explaining how certain expressions are context-dependent.
Implicature is another fascinating topic explored, as it dives into the world of implied meaning. This concept is critical for understanding the nuances of speech, in which much is left unsaid yet understood.
Politeness, as addressed in the essay, provides insight into the social principles that regulate courteous conversation.
Finally, the section on conversational maxims discusses Paul Grice's concepts, which provide the basis for cooperative and effective communication.
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ReplyDeleteNama : Parwati Jaya
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SUBJECT : UAS Pragmatics
My comment :
This article is very good and has a very good explanation for both readers and listeners. This reference can be used as a clear insight and knowledge regarding pragmatics where in the article clear explanations and examples of each point have been given. So, we can know that behind the language spoken by someone there is an implied meaning, context and intention in it. For example, if There is someone who is speaking, so we as listeners must first digest what he is saying, don't jump to conclusions.
In this article we are also taught how to say or speak politely in a language. For this reason, when we speak we have to think first about the language we want to speak. This also helps students who want to take a title about pragmatics as an additional reference. From this article I know better that pragmatics plays a very important role in language.
Name : Adolof Knawor Uriwai
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Pragmatics is a branch of linguistics that examines the influence of context on the interpretation of meaning in communication. It considers how people use language in social situations, examining factors such as implied meaning, context, intention, and presuppositions to understand communication beyond the literal words.
A number of key concepts are central to the field of pragmatics, including:
1. Speech Acts: This concept examines the ways in which speech not only conveys information but also performs actions, such as requests, giving orders, making promises, or apologizing.
2. Deixis: Deixis in pragmatics is evidenced by the use of expressions such as "here," "there," "this," and "that" to refer to specific elements in a particular context.
3. Implicature: Implicature is the hidden or implied meaning in communication that is not explicitly stated. It involves assumptions or understandings made from the context or information implied by a person's words.
4. Politeness: Pragmatics also considers the concept of tact or politeness in language use, such as the choice of words like "please" and "thank you," or the selection of more nuanced vocabulary to show respect for the interlocutor.
5. Conversational Maxims: In linguistics, conversational principles refer to the fundamental rules that regulate effective communication in conversation. These include the principles of quantity, quality, relation, and the methods for making a conversation cooperative and meaningful.
6. Presupposition: Presuppositions refer to assumptions or beliefs that are taken as true or accepted beforehand in a sentence or statement. This concept deals with the meaning implied in a sentence.
Pragmatics is a field of linguistics that helps us understand how contextual factors and purpose play a role in the communication process. By doing so, it enriches our interpretation of the messages conveyed by others.
Name : Mutmainnah p lukman
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The text you provide covers several important concepts in pragmatic linguistics. The following are comments for each concept presented:
1. Speech Acts:The explanation of speech acts is quite clear, illustrating that speech not only conveys information but also carries out certain actions. The example given, "I promise I will be on time," illustrates commitment to future action well.
2. Deixis: The concept of deixis is well explained, showing how expressions such as "here" and "there" depend on context to determine reference. The example given, "I'll meet you there," clearly shows the reliance on context to determine location.
3. Implicature: The explanation of implicature is quite comprehensive, illustrating how the hidden meaning can be different from the literal meaning. The example given, "It's getting late, and I have an early morning tomorrow," shows how the implied meaning is that the person may want to end the conversation or leave the situation.
4. Politeness: The explanation about politeness is good, explaining the importance of speaking politely and respectfully in social interactions. The examples given (“Thank you very much for your help,” “Excuse me, could you repeat that?”) demonstrate the use of polite and respectful language.
5. Conversational Maxims:The explanation of the conversational maxims proposed by Paul Grice is quite clear. Each maxim (quantity, quality, relationship, and manner) is explained well, and the examples provided help understand the application of each principle in everyday communication.
6. Presupposition:The explanation of presupposition explains that this is an assumption or belief accepted in a sentence or statement. An example is given, "Do you still have that book with you?" clearly indicating the assumption that the listener previously owned of usually carried the book.
Overall, this text provides a good basic understanding of pragmatic concepts in linguistics, with examples that are relevant and easy to understand.
Nama: Nofita S. Sangaji
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Pragmatik memang memainkan peran penting dalam memahami bagaimana konteks memengaruhi penafsiran makna dalam komunikasi sehari-hari. Fokus pada faktor-faktor seperti makna tersirat, konteks, maksud, dan praanggapan membantu kita untuk lebih memahami komunikasi di luar arti harfiah kata-kata yang digunakan.
Dengan pemahaman yang mendalam tentang Pragmatik dan jenis-jenisnya, kita dapat lebih peka terhadap nuansa dalam komunikasi sehari-hari dan memahami pesan yang disampaikan dengan lebih baik.
Nama : Yuisma Umalekhoa Pragmatik dalam linguistik merujuk pada studi tentang cara di mana konteks, tujuan komunikasi, dan asumsi bersama mempengaruhi penggunaan bahasa dalam situasi komunikatif. Pragmatik membahas bagaimana makna disampaikan melalui bahasa dalam konteks penggunaannya dalam interaksi sosial.
ReplyDeleteBeberapa konsep kunci dalam pragmatik linguistik meliputi:
1. Maksim Pragmatik: Terkait dengan prinsip-prinsip yang mengatur komunikasi efektif. Contoh maksim-maksim pragmatik termasuk Maksim Kuantitas (memberikan informasi yang cukup), Maksim Kualitas (berbicara yang benar), Maksim Relevansi (membuat kontribusi yang relevan), dan Maksim Cara (berkomunikasi secara jelas).
2. Tindak Tutur: Merujuk pada tindakan yang dilakukan oleh pembicara melalui ucapan, seperti meminta, menyangkal, memberi tahu, atau menyatakan sesuatu. Tindak tutur mencakup aspek pragmatis dalam komunikasi.
3. Presuposisi: Asumsi yang dianggap benar oleh pembicara dan pendengar dalam konteks tertentu. Presuposisi dapat memengaruhi pemahaman makna suatu ucapan.
4. Implikatur: Makna yang disiratkan atau tersirat dalam ucapan, yang dapat melebihi makna literal dari kata-kata yang digunakan. Implikatur bergantung pada konteks dan pengetahuan bersama.
5. Sarana Kepolitenan: Strategi linguistik yang digunakan untuk menjaga hubungan sosial dan menghindari konflik dalam komunikasi. Contoh sarana kepolitenan termasuk ungkapan permintaan yang sopan dan penyisipan kalimat-kalimat lunak.
Pragmatik linguistik memperkaya pemahaman tentang bahasa dan komunikasi dengan menekankan pentingnya konteks, tujuan, dan asumsi bersama dalam proses komunikasi. Ini membantu menjelaskan bagaimana makna dibangun, dipahami, dan diinterpretasikan dalam interaksi sosial sehari-hari.
Sumber:
- Cambridge Dictionary - Pragmatics
- Encyclopedia Britannica - Pragmatics
- The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy - Pragmatics
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The article provides a clear and organized overview of key concepts in pragmatics, such as speech acts, deixis, implicature, politeness, conversational maxims, and presupposition. Each concept is explained with relevant examples, illustrating how context influences communication and helping readers understand the practical applications of pragmatics in everyday language use. The comprehensive and well-structured explanations make complex linguistic ideas accessible and engaging.
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*Clarity and Structure*: The text is well-structured, beginning with a definition of pragmatics and followed by explanations of various types of pragmatics. Each type of pragmatics is explained with relevant examples, which helps the reader understand the concepts better.
*Informative Examples*: The use of concrete examples for each type of pragmatics greatly aids in illustrating these concepts. The examples are relevant and easy to understand, making the explanations more concrete and applicable.
*Clear and Accessible Language*: The language used in this text is quite clear and simple, making it easily accessible to readers from various backgrounds. This is very important in educational texts to ensure that all readers can grasp the content well.
*Comprehensive*: This text covers various aspects of pragmatics comprehensively, from speech acts to presuppositions. It provides a broad overview of how pragmatics operates in everyday communication.
*Relevance in Learning*: For language teachers or linguistics students, this text is highly relevant and useful. It provides a strong foundation for understanding how context and other factors influence meaning in communication.
*Overall*, this text is an excellent resource for understanding the basics of pragmatics in linguistics, especially in the context of the Indonesian language.
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Pragmatics plays a vital role in understanding communication by going beyond the literal meaning of words. It considers contextual factors like intentions, implied meaning, and social situations to decipher the true message being conveyed.
Here's a breakdown of key points in pragmatics:
Speech Acts: Language is used to perform actions, like requests, promises, or apologies.
Deixis: Words like "here," "there," and "this" rely on context for specific reference.
Implicature: The hidden meaning behind words, requiring interpretation based on context.
Politeness: Using respectful language choices like "please" and "thank you."
Conversational Maxims: Guidelines for effective communication, including providing sufficient information (quantity), being truthful (quality), staying relevant (relation), and being clear (manner).
Presuppositions: Underlying assumptions or beliefs taken for granted in a statement.
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The article provides a clear and comprehensive overview of pragmatics in linguistics, explaining how context influences the interpretation of meaning in communication. The article categorizes different types of pragmatics, such as speech acts, deixis, implicature, politeness, conversational maxims, and presupposition. Each category is explained with definitions and examples, illustrating how these elements function in everyday language to convey meaning beyond the literal words used. Overall, the article highlights the importance of context, intention, and social norms in understanding and interpreting language.
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Overall, the text does an excellent job of explaining the basic concepts of pragmatics and providing relevant examples for each type of pragmatics mentioned. The text is suitable for readers who want to understand the basics of pragmatics in linguistics in an easy-to-understand and to-the-point manner. As an enhancement, perhaps some additional examples or practical illustrations could be added to deepen the understanding of how this theory is applied in everyday communication.
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Pragmatics in linguistics deals with the study of language in context—how context influences the interpretation of meaning in communication. It focuses on how people use language in social situations, considering factors like implied meaning, context, intentions, and presuppositions to understand communication beyond just the literal words used.
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The above article explains some important concepts in linguistics, particularly in the context of pragmatics and verbal communication. Here are the main points discussed:
1. Speech Actions: This concept highlights how speech not only conveys information but also performs actions such as requesting, commanding, promising, or apologising.
2. Deixis: Described as the use of expressions such as "here", "there", "this", and "that" in colloquial language to refer to specific elements in specific contexts, especially in relation to the designation of location relative to the speaker and listener.
3. Implicature: The implied meaning in communication that is not explicitly stated, but can be understood from the context or information implied by what someone says.
4. Politeness: Refers to a polite and respectful way of speaking in a language, including the use of words such as "please", "thank you", or the selection of more subtle words to honour the interlocutor.
5. Conversational Maxims: Principles proposed by Paul Grice, which govern effective communication in conversation, such as the principles of quantity, quality, relevance, and clarity.
6. Presumption: An assumption or belief that is assumed to be true or accepted in advance in a sentence or statement, a pragmatic feature related to the meaning implied in a sentence.
The article provides an in-depth understanding of how language is used effectively in everyday communication contexts, focusing on aspects of pragmatics that influence meaning and interpretation in conversation.
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The article on pragmatics in linguistics gives a thorough examination of how context influences the understanding of meaning in communication.
To begin, the section on speech acts emphasizes language's performative element, with words serving not only as information carriers but also as actions in and of themselves.
The debate of deixis is especially enlightening, explaining how certain expressions are context-dependent.
Implicature is another fascinating topic explored, as it dives into the world of implied meaning. This concept is critical for understanding the nuances of speech, in which much is left unsaid yet understood.
Politeness, as addressed in the essay, provides insight into the social principles that regulate courteous conversation.
Finally, the section on conversational maxims discusses Paul Grice's concepts, which provide the basis for cooperative and effective communication.
Your description of pragmatics in linguistics is clear and accurate. Here are a few comments and suggestions to enhance it:
ReplyDelete1. **Clarity and Detail**: You've succinctly captured the essence of pragmatics. Adding a bit more detail can further illustrate its scope.
- **Implied Meaning**: Pragmatics examines how speakers imply meanings that are not explicitly stated. This includes understanding things like sarcasm, politeness, or irony.
- **Context**: This can include the physical setting, the relationship between speakers, cultural norms, and the specific situation in which communication occurs.
- **Intentions and Presuppositions**: Speakers often have intentions that guide their choice of words, and listeners interpret these intentions based on shared knowledge and assumptions.
2. **Examples**: Including examples can make your explanation more tangible.
- For instance, the phrase “Can you pass the salt?” is not just a question about ability but is commonly understood as a polite request for someone to pass the salt.
3. **Additional Concepts**: Mentioning other relevant concepts can provide a fuller picture of pragmatics.
- **Speech Acts**: These are actions performed via utterances, such as promising, ordering, greeting, or apologizing.
- **Conversational Maxims**: Introduced by philosopher H.P. Grice, these are guidelines that people typically follow to ensure effective communication, such as being truthful, informative, relevant, and clear.
Here’s a revised version incorporating these points:
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Pragmatics in linguistics deals with the study of language in context—how context influences the interpretation of meaning in communication. It focuses on how people use language in social situations, considering factors like implied meaning, context, intentions, and presuppositions to understand communication beyond just the literal words used.
For example, the question “Can you pass the salt?” is generally understood as a polite request rather than a query about someone’s ability to pass the salt. Pragmatics also involves the study of speech acts, which are actions performed through language, such as apologizing or requesting, and conversational maxims, which are principles that guide effective communication, like being truthful and relevant. By examining these aspects, pragmatics helps us understand how meaning is constructed and interpreted in real-world interactions.