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Language (the nature of Language (meanings are in people, not words (for…
Language
the nature of Language
meanings are in people, not words
for different people the meaning of a same interaction could be different
language is rule governed
phonological rules govern how words sound when pronounced
language is symbolic
arbitrary constructions that represent a communicator's thoughts
gender and language
understanding gender differences in language use
biological factors
social factors
transcending gender boundaries
language similarities and differences by gender
content
reasons for communicating
conversational style
non gender variables
troublesome Language
disruptive language
confusing facts and opinions
confusing facts and inferences
emotive language
evasive language
euphemisms
equivocation
the language of misunderstandings
equivocal language
relative words
slang and jargon
overly abstract language
the power of language
Language reflects attitudes
power
affiliation
attraction and interest
responsibility
Language shapes attitudes
our speech shapes others' values, attitudes, and beliefs in a variety of way
naming
credibility
status
sexism and racism