Forms and Functions of Communicative Silence in Jordan
Forms and Functions of Communicative Silence in Jordan
Author(s): Ibrahim Abu-ShihabSubject(s): Social Sciences
Published by: Anadolu İlahiyat Akademisi
Keywords: Silence; communicative silence; silence and culture; silence and politeness;
Summary/Abstract: In this paper it is aimed to shed light on the significance of silence as an effective tool in communication that is no less powerful than speech or writing. The attempt was also made to show how language sometimes fails as a means of communication in conveying the message. Silence, therefore, could be regarded as an important and complementary alternative for language.
Journal: Eskiyeni
- Issue Year: 2013
- Issue No: 27
- Page Range: 147-153
- Page Count: 7
- Language: English
