Pragmatic Interpretation of Polite Refusals in Igbo-English Speech
English Language — 2025, Undergraduate
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This study assesses pragmatic Interpretation of Polite Refusals in Igbo-English Speech in Zaria. A descriptive survey design was employed and data were gathered from 285 speakers. Findings reveal that refusal strategies tilt toward politeness forms The study recommends descriptive study of Nigerian English for teaching materials
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