A pragmatic analysis of discourse particles in Filipino computer mediated communication
As the English language continues to evolve through time, many of its structures and functions changed, which made it even realizable that the smallest unit in a discourse can play a crucial role in communication. Hence, this present study is an attempt to investigate the phenomenon and further d...
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Penerbit Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
2016
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| Online Access: | http://journalarticle.ukm.my/10158/ http://journalarticle.ukm.my/10158/ http://journalarticle.ukm.my/10158/1/11545-45001-1-PB.pdf |
| Summary: | As the English language continues to evolve through time, many of its structures and
functions changed, which made it even realizable that the smallest unit in a discourse can
play a crucial role in communication. Hence, this present study is an attempt to investigate
the phenomenon and further delve into the discourse-pragmatic functions of discourse
particles (DPs) in digital genres, particularly on Facebook, since DPs are commonly used by
Filipino youths when posting and commenting online. Thirty tertiary-level students from
different universities in Metro Manila, Philippines, were selected to participate in the present
study. Using both qualitative and quasi-quantitative methods, results revealed a surprising
number and interesting types of combined English and Filipino Relational DPs having several
micro functions. Generally, they serve as a device that can let the interlocutors convey their
emotions, relationships, and attitudes towards the receiver of their message. Discourse
particles have crucial and prominent implications in the way Filipinos, particularly the youth,
express their message, gain understanding of the received message, and establish speakerreceiver
relationships and attitude on Facebook. |
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