2010-09-10, 05:34 AM
bio9205 Wrote:I have an exam in 4 days, and I need some readings or examples on 2 topics: Gender and Language and Language and its place in the society. Basically, the first one is about how people of different genders speak differently, i.e. guys swear more and girls are more polite, etc. I guess the second one doesn't need much explanation.
Anyone know of any online articles where I can get some examples or insights from? Help is much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
I dont know any article, but one thing to know, is that every thing can fall into context. Girls may be polite, but they themselves will become like a male and swear a lot when around a group of males. The same can be said about a male, when confronted with a group of girls, they can become caring as well.
Language has a large part in society. It connects us and differentiates us from one group to another. It allows us to convey what we feel and what we wish as well as what others feel and wish as well.