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Research in Japanese honorifics

Author: LiShuang
Tutor: MengZuo
School: Jilin University
Course: Foreign Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
Keywords: Honorifics Courtesy Honorific indicator On the face preservation FTA strategy
CLC: H36
Type: Master's thesis
Year: 2011
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Abstract

Japanese honorifics use of Japanese society and culture reflected in the language , the language of life in Japan, occupied an extremely important position . However , in recent years , foreigners aside , even some young people in Japan are difficult to accurately use the honorific . Japanese honorific used since ancient times , has been to the hearer , a subject -centered , and now gradually changed to express the speaker 's attention to their own language , as well as the emphasis on cultural awareness . Previously emphasized \Therefore , this study \Politeness and also described the relationship between language , explores how to properly use the honorific . First , organize the honorific previous studies related to outcomes, including Mitsuya Shigematsu , Saburo Matsushita big mountain Tianxiao Xiong , when branches Motoki , Oishi et al Taro early honorific theory . Second, the exposition of modern Japanese honorifics system . Lists \their own language for the expression of the speaker stressed that ① humility and modesty language language ⅰ ⅱ distinction ; ② solemn language ( honorific ); ③ beautify language . Again , elaborated modern Japanese honorifics and polite relationship : honorific is a form of language , politeness is the social civilization Statute . Language reflects the social civilization and social civilization and restricts the development of language . Honorific is courtesy of the carrier, honorifics and politeness is the relationship between form and content . We studied politeness, it is necessary to consider the performance of the content of the form ( honorific ) , but more important is to explore the content of language embodied in politeness connotation - courtesy standards. Also, looking from face saving theory to use honorifics and politeness : Summary of departure from the face saving theory expounded FTA strategy and the use of honorifics . Clumsy theory Finally, based on the article , on the relationship between honorific and polite concluded : rigorous system of Japanese honorifics both Japanese language study the contents of the body , but also the features of Japanese grammar school , whether the proper use of good King language, often used as a Japanese level assessment , training level standards. On the correct honorific also involves understanding and use of Japanese society , understanding of Japanese culture , Japanese language naturally involved , and thus , is the first step in the proper use of honorifics . Japanese honorifics clear indication of the character relationships , understanding differentiated , respect for the fundamental principles of human demoted himself is the proper use of honorifics key. Only these two aspects are all both , and will affectionate words to express the sense , play courtesy effect.

Research in Japanese honorifics

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