Speech Context

• Context


  setting or event in which communication is taking place
• The context helps to establish meaning and influences
• Dimensions of Context in Communication

  • Physical context
  • Social-psychological context
  • Cultural context
  • Temporal context
• Communication Processes

  • Intrapersonal communication
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Public communication
  • Mass communication
• Intrapersonal Communication

  • Internal discourse
  • Solo vocal
  • Solo-written
• Interpersonal Communication

  • Dyad (2 persons)
  • Small groups (3-10 persons)
• Style refers to the degree of formality
• 5 Speech Styles

  • Intimate (Family)
  • Casual (Friends)
  • Consultative (Therapist)
  • Formal (SONA)
  • Frozen (National Anthem)
• Informal Speech Styles

  • Intimate
  • Casual
• Formal Speech Styles

  • Consultative
  • Formal
  • Frozen