Abstract
Study of language in Britain and how it is often geared towards negative politeness. Areas covered include types of politeness, forms of address, negotiation and 'small-talk' in various contexts.
Original language | English |
---|---|
Title of host publication | Politeness in Europe |
Place of Publication | Clevedon |
Pages | 116-130 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Publication status | Published - 30 Mar 2005 |
Keywords
- language
- United Kingdom
- british language
- lingustics
- politeness
- forms of address