Analyzing the Discourse Marker 'Like': A Corpus-Based Study of Its Usage in American and British English
Session
Education and Development
Description
This study investigates the usage of the discourse marker 'like' through a corpus-based analysis of American and British English. Utilizing comprehensive linguistic corpora from both varieties, the research examines how 'like' functions within different contexts, including casual conversation, media, and academic discourse. The analysis focuses on the frequency and pragmatic roles of 'like,' exploring its use in signaling approximation, providing examples, and managing discourse flow. By comparing data from American and British English, the study identifies both distinct and shared patterns in the use of 'like,' revealing insights into its evolving role as a discourse marker in contemporary English. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of how 'like' operates across different English varieties and its impact on communication strategies in various contexts.
Keywords:
Discourse, marker, like, American, British, corpus-based, analysis.
Proceedings Editor
Edmond Hajrizi
ISBN
978-9951-982-15-3
Location
UBT Kampus, Lipjan
Start Date
25-10-2024 9:00 AM
End Date
27-10-2024 6:00 PM
DOI
10.33107/ubt-ic.2024.114
Recommended Citation
Haxhiavdyli, Adea, "Analyzing the Discourse Marker 'Like': A Corpus-Based Study of Its Usage in American and British English" (2024). UBT International Conference. 1.
https://knowledgecenter.ubt-uni.net/conference/2024UBTIC/ED/1
Analyzing the Discourse Marker 'Like': A Corpus-Based Study of Its Usage in American and British English
UBT Kampus, Lipjan
This study investigates the usage of the discourse marker 'like' through a corpus-based analysis of American and British English. Utilizing comprehensive linguistic corpora from both varieties, the research examines how 'like' functions within different contexts, including casual conversation, media, and academic discourse. The analysis focuses on the frequency and pragmatic roles of 'like,' exploring its use in signaling approximation, providing examples, and managing discourse flow. By comparing data from American and British English, the study identifies both distinct and shared patterns in the use of 'like,' revealing insights into its evolving role as a discourse marker in contemporary English. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of how 'like' operates across different English varieties and its impact on communication strategies in various contexts.