Comunicação e Expressão - UN2 - Vídeo 03
Communication and Expression: Understanding Language Modalities
Introduction to Communication Elements
- The unit focuses on the elements of communicative acts, exploring socio-cultural aspects of speech and writing. It emphasizes the relationship between orality and writing, as well as characteristics of oral and written texts.
Language Modalities
- Discusses the distinction between oral and written modalities in Portuguese language:
- Oral language is spontaneous, occurring naturally in conversations.
- Written language involves planned use of signs, requiring thought about vocabulary choices.
Formality in Language
- Explains the difference between formal and informal registers:
- Formal language is often used in writing (e.g., presidential speeches) but can appear in spoken contexts when required.
- Informal language reflects everyday conversation without strict adherence to formality.
Standard vs. Non-standard Language
- Defines standard language as that which adheres to grammatical norms (norma culta), typically taught in schools.
- Non-standard language represents everyday speech that does not strictly follow grammatical rules, allowing for more natural expression.
Distinctions Between Orality and Writing
- Highlights how orality allows for spontaneous communication with less conscious word choice compared to writing, which requires structured organization of thoughts into sentences and paragraphs.
Types of Language: Verbal vs. Non-verbal
Verbal Language
- Verbal language encompasses all forms where words are used for communication—spoken or written—such as dialogues or notes. This is central to communicative acts involving explicit word usage.
Non-verbal Language
- Contrasts verbal with non-verbal communication:
- Non-verbal communication conveys meaning without words; it relies on context and references.
- Examples include traffic signs or facial expressions that communicate feelings without spoken or written words.
Importance of Context in Communication
- Emphasizes that effective communication requires a contextual reference; mere transmission of information isn't sufficient without understanding its context within non-verbal cues like body language or symbols (e.g., traffic lights).
Examples of Non-verbal Communication
- Illustrates non-verbal cues through examples such as traffic signals, which convey messages through colors rather than text.
- Facial expressions also serve as powerful indicators of emotions, enhancing interpersonal understanding beyond verbal exchanges.