The Function and Popular Motivation of the Semantic Contradictive Construction"Qian X Yixia"
The article discusses the difference between the construction of"qian X yixia"and the general format of"qian X yixia",the semantics of the construction,the contextual characteristics of its appearance,pragmatic functions,and popular motivations.The"qian X yixia"structure indicates a subjective reduction in the amount of action,with the difference being that the general format(or psychological or objective reality)actually decreases,while the construction does not actually decrease.The construction meaning of"qian X yixia"is:the speaker has a strong intention,subjectively reduces the amount of action(actually does not decrease),and ex-presses their intention gently and easily.The main pragmatic functions are:euphemism and implication,relaxed and casual,and hu-morous.In terms of popular motivation,construction is influenced by the ideas of seeking novelty and diversity,and the doctrine of the mean.At the same time,it also reflects people's pursuit of maintaining the face of both parties in communication and being humorous.
Qian X yixiaConstruction meaningContext characteristicsPragmatic functionUsage suggestionsEpidemic moti-vation
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