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Pragmatic Constraints on Syntactic Structures: A Study of Contextual Meaning in English Language Use

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Title: Pragmatic Constraints on Syntactic Structures: A Study of Contextual Meaning in English Language Use
Authors: null Adinda Dea Nazhira, null Nabila Zuhairya, null Laila Anum, null Gadis Anggun Fitrah, Deasy Yunita Siregar
Source: REGISTER: Journal of English Language Teaching of FBS-Unimed. 13:27-37
Publisher Information: State University of Medan, 2024.
Publication Year: 2024
Description: This study investigates the interplay between pragmatic constraints and syntactic structures in the English language, emphasizing how context influences language use. Through a qualitative literature review, the research highlights the significant role of pragmatic considerations in shaping syntactic choices. Key findings reveal that speakers modify their syntactic structures to fulfill communicative goals, manage politeness, and emphasize information based on contextual cues. Furthermore, the analysis examines cross-linguistic perspectives, demonstrating the variability of these influences across different languages. The implications of these findings extend to language education, second language acquisition, and computational linguistics. The study concludes with suggestions for future research into the evolving dynamics of syntax and pragmatics in digital communication. Keywords:Pragmatics, Syntax, English Language, Contextual Meaning, Language Use, Politeness, Cross-linguistic Perspectives, Language Education.
Document Type: Article
ISSN: 2655-9854
2301-5233
DOI: 10.24114/reg.v13i4.64409
Rights: CC BY NC SA
Accession Number: edsair.doi...........bd649a81d05cc1d6989901da9bb1d789
Database: OpenAIRE
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ISSN:26559854
23015233
DOI:10.24114/reg.v13i4.64409