pragmatics
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/præɡˈmætɪks/
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/præɡˈmætɪks/
The study of how people use language in different situations to communicate their real meaning, even when the words they use might seem to mean something else.
Understanding pragmatics is important for effective communication, as it helps us to interpret the intended meaning behind the words we use.