Vol-9,Issue-1,January - February 2024

Author: Dr. Nagamurali Eragamreddy

Keywords: Pragmatic functions, honorifics, politeness, linguistic representations.

Abstract: The article "The Pragmatic Functions of Honorifics in the Selected short Stories of Guy de Maupassant" is a comprehensive study that aims to understand the pragmatic functions of honorifics in Maupassant's short stories. It provides a theoretical background, explores various honorific types, linguistic representations, and their functions, and examines the relationship between honorifics and politeness. The research methodology and data analysis section outlines the research approach, providing a framework for examining the pragmatic functions of honorifics. The analysis and discussion delve into specific instances in Maupassant's short stories, contributing to a deeper understanding of linguistic and social dimensions in his work.

Article Info: Received: 25 Dec 2023; Received in revised form: 02 Feb 2024; Accepted: 14 Feb 2024; Available online: 23 Feb 2024

DOI: 10.22161/ijels.91.29

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