Manipulation of Politeness in English Media Discourse: A Pragma-stylistic Perspective
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https://doi.org/10.32792/tqartj.v2i45.553Keywords:
strategies of politeness; manipulative tactics; present-day media communication.Abstract
This study examines politeness in media discourse by using a pragmatic model to investigate complexities of language management. Drawing on various media texts analysis, the explicit research run focuses on the impact some stylistic decisions have on politeness perception and production.
The study aims to fulfil the following objectives: The study seeks to explore the linguistic nuances, contextual determinants, and rhetorical devices which provide a full understanding of how media practitioners employ politeness strategically in communication, as a response to the question “How do cultural aspects relate to the stylistic manipulation of politeness in media discourse?” This study sets to provide invaluable comprehension on the dynamic correlation between language style and politeness in English discourse from the standpoint of pragmatics and style.
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