This is a glossary which contains all the necessary keywords related to Chapter One:
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| la | conversation | ||
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it is a form of interactive, spontaneous communication between two or more people. Typically, it occurs in spoken communication, as written exchanges are usually not referred to as conversations. | |||
I |
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| la | interaction | ||
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Reciprocal action or influence: | |||
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| la | opening | ||
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special words which are used to begin the conversation | |||
S |
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| la | speech | ||
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an utterance that has performative function in language and communication | |||
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| la | turn-taking | ||
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refers to the process by which people in a conversation decide who is to speak next. It depends on both cultural factors and subtle cues. | |||