الأفعال الكلامية المركبة في أقوال النساء (لسان العرب) نموذجـًا:

Amnah Ahmed Altariqi

doi:10.35516/hum.v52i4.7151

Authors

Amnah Ahmed Altariqi Department of Arabic Language, College of Education, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia https://orcid.org/0009-0001-1887-5775

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35516/hum.v52i4.7151

Keywords:

Pragmatics, Speech Acts, Austin, Searle, Women's Utterances

Abstract

Objectives: This study aims to explore the role of language in shaping social interactions and its impact on identity formation and human relationships. It seeks to uncover the patterns of compound speech acts in women’s utterances, showcasing language’s dynamic nature as a communication tool in constructing meaning and fostering understanding across diverse contexts.

Methodology: The study adopts a descriptive analytical approach to achieve its objectives. It examines selected examples from women’s utterances in Ibn Manzur Al-Ansari’s renowned dictionary, Lisan al-Arab. These examples were meticulously classified and analyzed using pragmatic theory, aiming to identify the prevalent patterns of compound speech acts. In total, nearly four hundred utterances were examined based on context and purpose, following John Searle’s classification of speech acts.

Results: The study reveals that dictionaries predominantly feature declarative speech acts, given their primary objective of documenting vocabulary and linguistic expressions, thus serving as vital tools for language documentation and knowledge dissemination. However, compound speech acts in women’s utterances vary despite their scarcity, showcasing a distinct pattern that does not align with typical dictionary entries. Notably, declarative and expressive speech acts stand out, highlighting emotional aspects, interpersonal relationships, and family matters.

Conclusion: Most women’s utterances in Lisan al-Arab are simple speech acts, which aligns with dictionaries’ primary goal to document language and facilitate accessible and understandable communication. Considering that women’s statements in dictionaries reflect daily experiences and cultural values, simple speech acts more effectively achieve this objective compared to compound ones. Moreover, straightforward speech acts convey thoughts and feelings directly and authentically.

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