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The realization of the speech act of suggestion in Alexandrian and Najdi Arabic: a variational pragmatic study
Linguistics and LanguagesHumanities & Social Sciences Communications

The realization of the speech act of suggestion in Alexandrian and Najdi Arabic: a variational pragmatic study

D. A. S. El-dakhs and M. M. Ahmed

This intriguing study by Dina Abdel Salam El-Dakhs and Mervat M. Ahmed explores how suggestions vary between two Arabic dialects: Alexandrian and Najdi. With insights drawn from 240 participants, it uncovers a striking preference for direct suggestion strategies among Najdis, while Alexandrians lean towards more conventionalized forms. Discover the fascinating interplay of gender, social distance, and dominance in shaping how suggestions are communicated!... show more
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