2010•Journal of Taiyuan University of Science and TechnologyRequires access
Comprehension of English Humor from the Perspective of Pragmatic Presupposition
Wen Li
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Abstract
The paper explores English verbal humor from the perspective of pragmatic presupposition,gives it a theoretical analysis and explanation,the theory which is based on is the observability,apprapriateness,defeasibility and subjectivity of the presupposition,this theory can analyse humor perfectly.The aim of the paper is to offer a different view for humor appreciation and creation,and to enhance the ability to appreciate verbal humor.