Pragmatics: Exploring language use by younger generations in Pedi families
South African Journal of Communication Disorders
| Field | Value | |
| Title | Pragmatics: Exploring language use by younger generations in Pedi families | |
| Creator | Mogolane, Mamaila J. Neille, Joanne Sher, Jenna | |
| Description | Background: The people of the Pedi culture place great value on, and take pride in, adhering to their culture, as reflected in the manner in which they communicate verbally and non-verbally. However, little is documented about the ways in which verbal and non-verbal language is used socially by the younger generations in the Pedi culture.Objectives: This article examines how verbal and non-verbal social language skills and functions are used by the younger generations in Pedi families.Method: A qualitative research design was employed, underpinned by the principles of direct participant observations and semi-structured interviews. A total of 22 participants from seven families were included, and the data were analysed through thematic analysis.Results: The results showed how younger generations in Pedi families respectfully execute verbal and non-verbal social language skills and functions.Conclusion: Understanding the cultural nuances of communication in the Pedi culture, including respect expressed through verbal and non-verbal cues, is critical for speech-language pathologists (SLPs). By recognising these cultural practices as differences rather than deficits, SLPs can provide more effective, respectful and culturally appropriate interventions.Contribution: The findings of this study contribute to a broader understanding of how language is used in the Pedi culture and offer valuable insights for practitioners working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. Moreover, these findings call for a more inclusive approach to pragmatics in speech-language pathology that acknowledges the rich diversity of communication practices worldwide. | |
| Publisher | AOSIS | |
| Date | 2025-08-26 | |
| Identifier | 10.4102/sajcd.v72i1.1097 | |
| Source | South African Journal of Communication Disorders; Vol 72, No 1 (2025); 11 pages 2225-4765 0379-8046 | |
| Language | eng | |
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