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Um and Uh Have Meaning
- Um and uh are not mistakes but have special meanings in conversation.
- They help manage conversational flow and signal cognitive effort during speech planning.
Discourse Markers Show Awareness
- Frequent use of ‘right’ shows speaker conscientiousness and awareness.
- Discourse markers like 'right' help check listener attention and engagement.
Childhood Accent Experience
- Valerie shares childhood experiences with her French-speaking mother's accent.
- These experiences raised her awareness about social differences tied to language and accents.