Speech Etiquette in Slavic Online Communities

This edited book explores speech etiquette in various online communities, including professional, female, and ethnospecific. It examines how the concept of speech etiquette differs from politeness and how it is manifested in stable forms of conducting discussions. Each group has its own ideas of unacceptable speech behavior and approaches to sanitation, and the rules of speech etiquette determine the degree of rapport and distancing between participants in discourse. The volume will be of interest to researchers studying online communication in diverse fields.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 301 pages
Publication date: 09 October 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This edited book delves into the realm of speech etiquette, exploring the intricate rules governing communication within diverse online communities. The contributors analyze online communication in the Slavic languages Russian, Slovak, Polish, and Belarusian, shedding light on how the concept of speech etiquette differs from politeness. While both reflect the relationship between people in interaction, speech etiquette encompasses a broader set of guidelines and norms specific to online contexts.

Online communities are characterized by shared informative or phatic illocutions among their members, forming the foundation of their speech etiquette. This etiquette is evident in the stable forms of discussions that take place, where participants engage in stimulating and responsive exchanges. Each group possesses its own set of ideas regarding unacceptable speech behavior and approaches to sanitation, shaping the dynamics of discourse within these communities.

The chapters in this book delve into the mechanisms through which rapport and distance are established in online communication. By paying attention to the addressee and enhancing their communicative status, individuals can cultivate a sense of connection and rapport. Moreover, they can manipulate the illocutionary power of evaluations and motivations to influence the discourse and establish their authority. Additionally, individuals engage in self-evaluation and evaluation of others' speech, contributing to the development of interpersonal relationships and the establishment of boundaries.

This book appeals to a wide range of researchers interested in exploring online communication within various fields such as linguistics, sociology, anthropology, programming, and media studies. Its comprehensive analysis provides valuable insights into the complex dynamics of speech etiquette in the digital age, offering valuable perspectives for scholars and practitioners alike.

Weight: 417g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030817497
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021