Discursive and pragmatic aspects of the speech act «hint»

in this article, we pay special attention to the discursive and pragmatic aspects of the speech act "hint", which is a complex phenomenon in communication. We analyze the features of the use of "hint" in various situations, its significance in communication and the impact on the perception of information. "Hint" serves to convey hidden meanings that are not always expressed explicitly. The study is conducted using linguistic, pragmatic and discourse analysis. Our main findings indicate that "hint" plays an important role in interpersonal relationships, exerting a significant influence on the interaction of interlocutors. When interpreting "hint", it is extremely important to take into account the context and intentions of the speaker in order to understand the hidden messages.

discursive-pragmatic aspects, speech act, hint, communicative practice, speech act theory