Style

Více o knize

Exploring the concept of style in sociolinguistics, this book delves into how speakers utilize language variation to convey meaning and forge social connections. It highlights the interplay between speech style and social context, illustrating how individuals project identities and relationships through their linguistic choices. With numerous examples and a synthesis of contemporary research, the author emphasizes the localized nature of social meanings within specific contexts, genres, and cultures, positioning language variation as crucial to understanding spoken discourse.