As many linguists have investigated the normal type of conversation face to face conversation in terms of Grice's cooperative principle and its maxims,the present paper aims at giving a rigorous pragmatic account of conversational exchange in internet language of English chat groups. Netspeak and/or internet language can be viewed as a medium of expression combining the properties of spoken, written and electronic discourses.
This paper focuses only on synchronous online conversations in English chat groups. It aims at finding out how the utterances in online communication are uttered by first speaker and responded by the next, in terms of cooperative principle with its maxims, turn-takings and adjacency pairs. As a result, the problem of this study might be formed in terms of the following questions: What are netspeak 'maxims', 'turn-takings' and 'adjacency pairs' in English? Are they violated in synchronous conversations? In order to achieve the aims of this paper and test its hypothesis, Crystal's (2006) Language and the Internet, and Crystal's (2011) Internet Linguistics will be adopted in this study.
Having the hypotheses in hand, this study firstly hypothesizes that Internet Language (henceforth IL) with its maxims, turns and adjacency pairs, are violated in synchronous daily-life conversations. Secondly, an internet utterance does not obey a set of conversational principles– that is all participants are speaking at once which makes the interaction difficult to be followed. In order to achieve the aims of this paper and test its hypothesis, Crystal's (2006) Language and the Internet, and Crystal's (2011) Internet Linguistics will be adopted in this study.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Netspeak
- 3. Pragmatic Aspects of Netspeak
- 3.1 Cooperative Principle
- 4. Chatgroups
- 5. Data Collection
- 6. Data Analysis and Results
- 7. Conclusions
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper aims to provide a pragmatic analysis of conversational exchange within English-language online chat groups. It investigates how the principles of cooperation, turn-taking, and adjacency pairs, as established in face-to-face communication, manifest (or are violated) in the unique context of internet language (IL).
- The nature and characteristics of Netspeak as a communication medium.
- The application and potential violation of Grice's Cooperative Principle in online chat conversations.
- Analysis of turn-taking and adjacency pairs in online chat group interactions.
- The influence of anonymity and time constraints on online communication.
- The relationship between the lack of coherence and language play in synchronous online communication.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
1. Introduction: This introductory chapter sets the stage for the study by highlighting the gap in research concerning the pragmatic aspects of conversational exchange in online chat groups. It contrasts face-to-face conversations governed by Grice's Cooperative Principle with the complexities of online interactions, emphasizing the challenges posed by anonymity and the unique characteristics of internet language. The chapter introduces the central research questions that guide the study, focusing on the application of cooperative principles, turn-taking, and adjacency pairs in the context of synchronous online conversations within English chat groups.
2. Netspeak: This chapter defines and explores the concept of "Netspeak," providing a comprehensive overview of its characteristics and origins. It differentiates Netspeak from other terms used to describe internet language, discussing its hybrid nature, drawing upon aspects of both spoken and written communication. The chapter highlights the salient features of Netspeak and its evolving influence on various forms of communication, both online and offline, emphasizing its prevalence in synchronous communication channels like instant messaging and online chat.
3. Pragmatic Aspects of Netspeak: This chapter delves into the pragmatic dimensions of Netspeak, examining how the principles of conversation, particularly Grice's Cooperative Principle and its maxims, operate within online communication. It discusses the potential for violations of these maxims due to the medium's unique properties, such as the absence of visual cues and the potential for anonymity. The section on the Cooperative Principle provides a detailed explanation of its tenets and how they relate to online interaction, highlighting the complexities involved in achieving successful communication in this digital environment. The chapter also touches upon the impact of factors such as time pressure and a large number of participants on communication effectiveness.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Netspeak, Internet Language, Turn Taking, adjacency pairs, Online Chat Groups, Grice's Cooperative Principle, Pragmatics, Synchronous Communication, Anonymity, Time Pressure.
FAQ: A Pragmatic Analysis of Conversational Exchange in English-Language Online Chat Groups
What is the overall focus of this paper?
This paper provides a pragmatic analysis of conversational exchanges within English-language online chat groups. It investigates how principles of cooperation, turn-taking, and adjacency pairs, typically found in face-to-face communication, are applied or violated in the context of internet language (IL).
What topics are covered in the Table of Contents?
The paper includes an introduction, a section on Netspeak, a section on the pragmatic aspects of Netspeak (including the Cooperative Principle), sections on chat groups, data collection and analysis, conclusions, and a list of keywords.
What are the key objectives and themes?
The main objectives are to analyze the nature of Netspeak, explore the application (and potential violation) of Grice's Cooperative Principle in online chats, analyze turn-taking and adjacency pairs, examine the influence of anonymity and time constraints, and investigate the relationship between coherence and language play in synchronous online communication.
What is "Netspeak," and how is it defined in this paper?
Netspeak is defined as a form of internet language, differentiating it from other terms. The paper explores its characteristics, origins, hybrid nature (combining spoken and written communication), and its evolving influence on communication, both online and offline. The focus is on its prevalence in synchronous communication like instant messaging and online chat.
How does the paper address Grice's Cooperative Principle?
The paper examines how Grice's Cooperative Principle and its maxims function (or are violated) in online communication. It analyzes the potential for violations due to factors like the absence of visual cues and anonymity. It explores the complexities of achieving successful communication in the digital environment, considering time pressure and the number of participants.
What aspects of online communication are analyzed beyond Netspeak and the Cooperative Principle?
The analysis also includes the study of turn-taking mechanisms and adjacency pairs within online chat group interactions. It also considers the impacts of anonymity and time constraints on communication effectiveness.
What is the structure of the chapter summaries provided?
The chapter summaries provide concise overviews of each chapter's content. The introduction sets the research context. Chapter 2 defines Netspeak. Chapter 3 delves into the pragmatic dimensions of Netspeak, focusing on Grice's Cooperative Principle. The summaries provide a roadmap for the entire study.
What keywords are associated with this research?
The keywords include Netspeak, Internet Language, Turn Taking, adjacency pairs, Online Chat Groups, Grice's Cooperative Principle, Pragmatics, Synchronous Communication, Anonymity, and Time Pressure.
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- Salih Mahdi Adai Al-Mamoory (Autor), Abdul-Haq Abdul-Kareem Abdullah Al-Sahlani (Autor), 2021, Conversational Exchange in English Chat Groups. Pragmatic Aspects and Difficulties of Netspeak, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1041519
