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Pragmatic development describes how children learn to use language appropriately in social contexts — not just what to say, but when, where, how, and to whom to say it. While phonological, lexical, and grammatical development concern the structure of language, pragmatics concerns its function and use. This is a crucial area for AQA A-Level English Language, as it links language to social interaction and meaning.
Key Definition: Pragmatics — the study of how language is used in context to achieve communicative goals. Pragmatic competence involves understanding implied meaning, conversational rules, social appropriateness, and the functions that language serves.
Pragmatic competence includes:
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