What is the term for the effect of an utterance on the listener?
Perlocutionary effect
Illocutionary force
Locutionary act
Phonetic form
Answer
Perlocutionary effect refers to the impact of an utterance on the listener's actions or beliefs. It goes beyond the literal meaning of the words (locutionary effect) and the speaker's intention (illocutionary effect). For example, a request may not only convey a desire but also lead the listener to perform the requested action. The perlocutionary effect is influenced by factors such as the listener's beliefs, values, and social context.
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