声明
摘要
Abstract
List of Figures and Tables
Contents
Chapter One Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
1.2 Research Methodology
1.3 Significance of the Study
1.4 Organization of the Thesis
Chapter Two Literature Review
2.1 Studies on Fuzzy Language
2.2 Studies on Hedges
2.2.1 Definition of Hedges
2.2.2 Classifications of Hedges
2.2.3 Pragmatic Functions of Hedges
2.3 Studies on Politeness Theories
2.4 Summary
Chapter Three Theoretical Framework
3.1 Basic Notions
3.1.1 Fuzziness
3.1.2 Hedges
3.1.3 Politeness
3.2 Relevant Theory
3.3 Theoretical Frame of the Thesis
3.4 Summary
Chapter Four Politeness-Principle-Based Analysis of Hedges in Friends
4.1 The Occurrence of Hedges in Friends
4.2 Usage of Hedges in Politeness Principle Among Different Relationships
4.2.1 Communication With Strangers
4.2.2 Communication With Lovers
4.2.3 Communication With People from Work
4.2.4 Communication With Friends
4.2.5 Communication With Relatives
4.3 Summary
Chapter Five Conclusion
5.1 Major Findings of the Study
5.2 Limitations of the Study
5.3 Recommendation for Further Study
Bibliography
Appendix Ⅰ The List of Adaptors’ Occurrence
Appendix Ⅱ The List of Rounders’ Occurrence
Appendix Ⅲ The List of Plausibility Shields’ Occurrence
Appendix Ⅳ The List of Attribution Shields’ Occurrence
Acknowledgments