An Analysis of Discourse Functions and Formation of the Emerging Stance Marker"Shui dong(α)(谁懂啊)"
The emerging stance marker"Shui dong(a)(谁懂啊)"(i.e."who may understand")has the discourse functions of discourse management,stance expression and interpersonal interaction.Specifically,it can be used to propose a new topic and function as a cohesive device.It can also suggest positive or negative stances of cognition,evaluation and affection,which has connections with the expectation information of trigger events.Furthermore,its interpersonal function basically involves approval seeking,with reflection of inter-subjectivity.The stance marker has evolved from interrogative usage of"Shui dong(a)?(谁懂0阿?)",experiencing a process of expressing queries,disavowal,affection &attitude,and stance marker.
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