EXPLORING THEMATIC VARIATIONS IN SPEECH DISCOURSE: A LINGUISTIC ANALYSIS
Abstract
Speech discourse encompasses a wide range of topics influenced by context, culture, purpose, and audience. This study investigates thematic classifications within spoken discourse, analyzing how topic selection shapes communication across social, academic, and professional settings. Through qualitative discourse analysis, this research identifies recurrent themes and evaluates their linguistic structures and communicative intent. The findings highlight the importance of topic control, coherence, and pragmatic choices in effective oral communication.
Keywords
speech discourse, thematic structure, spoken communication, discourse analysis, pragmatics
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