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99: A politeness episode, if you please

Lingthusiasm - A podcast that's enthusiastic about linguistics

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The Nuances of Politeness in Social Interactions

This chapter explores the complex dynamics of politeness through a sociolinguistic lens, examining the balance between positive and negative face. It critiques Brown and Levinson's framework while emphasizing the cultural variations that influence politeness, including the roles of impoliteness in strengthening social bonds. Additionally, it analyzes the significance of pronouns and forms of address in reflecting intimacy and formality, as well as the humorous anthropomorphization of pets in language.

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