A Pragmatic Analysis of Conversational Implicature in Selected Political Speech

<p>The current study examines the utilization of<br>Cooperative Principles as a framework for<br>analyzing political speeches. The objective is to get<br>insights into the extent to which these principles are<br>adhered to and identify instances where politicians<br>deviate from the conversational maxims. The<br>research conducted in this study is qualitative,<br>wherein the researcher extracts passages for<br>analysis. This study aims to analyze the extracts to<br>identify instances where the Conversational<br>Maxims are not observed and determine the<br>frequency of their occurrence in the dialogues. The<br>current investigation results demonstrate that<br>politicians frequently employ specific categories of<br>non-observance of conversational maxims when<br>delivering their speeches. These categories<br>encompass flouting, violating, and suspending the<br>maxims. Additionally, the study revealed that<br>politicians encounter many circumstances that<br>result in their failure to adhere to conversational<br>maxims. Introduction Language serves as a medium<br>of communication. The platform serves as a means<br>for individuals of all backgrounds to engage in the<br>exchange of information and the expression of<br>thoughts and ideas. The act of interpretation and<br>socialization is crucial within the context of society.<br>According to Goldstein, language refers to how<br>individuals transmit their emotions, thoughts,<br>concepts, and personal encounters via sounds or<br>symbols (Goldstein, 2008). Effective<br>communication has a pivotal role in establishing<br>and nurturing interpersonal connections.</p>