封面
声明
致谢
英文摘要
中文摘要
目录
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Research Background
1.2 Aim and Significance of the Study
1.3 Data Collection
1.4 Layout of the Thesis
Chapter 2 Literature Review
2.1 Origins of Puns
2.2 Definition of Puns
2.3 Classifications of Puns
2.4 Previous Studies on Puns
Chapter 3 Theoretical Framework
3.1 Verschueren’s Linguistic Adaptation Theory
3.2 Verschueren’s Three Key Notions of Language Use
3.3 Verschueren’s Four Angles of Adaptability
Chapter 4 Analysis of Linguistic Adaptability in Puns
4.1 Adaptation to the Physical World
4.2 Adaptation to the Social World
4.3 Adaptation to the Mental World
Chapter 5 Pragmatic Functions of Puns
5.1 Refuting Decently or Euphemistically
5.2 Producing Humorous and Satiric Effects
5.3 Changing Subjects Tactfully
5.4 Attracting Attention
5.5 Forming Riddles
Chapter 6 Conclusion
6.1 Major Findings and Implications of the Thesis
6.2 Limitations of the Thesis and Suggestions for Further Studies
参考文献
Papers Published During the Study of M.A.