Discussion Post #5

[Xiwei Gu]

Language changes themselves in different condition and contexts. The same word can mean very different things in real life. I encounter this phenomenon in whatever language I have learnt so far. Therefore, it is very important to acknowledge them and incorporate them into my learning plans. From the reading, “communicative competence” means the aspect of our competence that enables us to convey and interpret messages and to negotiate meanings interpersonally within specific context. And in my target language, Korean, there exists Honorifics that reflects social hierarchies and relationships. Understanding the appropriate use of honorifics is essential for conveying respect and building rapport with others. Like in any language, understanding contextual cues, such as tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language, is important for interpreting messages accurately and negotiating meaning. Plus, Korean sentence structures can be different from those of other languages. Understanding how sentences are formed and how clauses are connected can help in constructing coherent and effective messages.