Conversational Maxims: The Secret Logic of How We Talk
The concept of Conversational Maxims, foundational to the field of pragmatics, was postulated by the influential American philosopher H. Paul Grice in the late 1960s. These maxims represent the four fundamental regulations and expectations that govern efficient and rational interpersonal communication. Grice’s work suggests that when individuals engage in communication, they implicitly agree to adhere […]