Politeness and Culture in Second Language Acquisition

by S. Song

Overview

This book examines the importance of politeness in pragmatic expression and communication, making a significant contribution to the debate over whether the universal politeness theory is applicable globally regardless of cultural differences.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781349440535
Publisher:	Palgrave Macmillan UK
Publication date:	01/01/2012
Edition description:	1st ed. 2012
Pages:	164
Product dimensions:	5.51(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

SOOHO SONG is Assistant Professor of Foreign Language and Literature at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, USA. Her research focuses on sociolinguistics and second language acquisition, particularly the relationship between language and culture in the context of politeness.

Table of Contents

Why Politeness Matters Theories of Politeness An Empirical Analysis of the Relationship between Politeness and Culture Cultural Impact on Politeness Implications of Politeness and Culture References Appendix