语言学chapter 8 part two.pptVIP

Help ss get a general knowledge of the theory of conversational implicature. The theory of conversational implicature 1. The cooperative principle Try to make your contribution one that is true. Be perspicuous. The CP is descriptive rather than prescriptive. That is , when we speak we generally have something like the CP and its maxims in our mind to guide us, though subconsciously, or even unconsciously. Speakers will try to say things which are true, relevant, as well as informative in a clear manner. Hearers will also try to interpret what is said to them. 2. Violation of the maxims Examp