Communicative effects of language

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Language is undoubtedly an essential tool for man.It is defined by linguists as a conventional system of arbitrary symbols used for human communication.This definition underlines the fact that language is a tool for human communication.However, in human communication, we sometimes commit a lot of mistakes.Language has a massive effect on the interlocuters, therefore we must be careful and circumspect in our choice of words in the communication process.

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The following must be considered in our communication.

  1. Diction: This is generally referred to as the choice of words in passing on information from one person to the other.When we communicate ,we must be very careful of our choice of words.The words must not be vulgar or offensive in nature, it must be understood by both parties as well.Words should not be overtly ambiguous. This aid in effective understanding.

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  2. Language barriers: When communicating, one must bear in mind that there are challenges in the communication process which may include network and language barrier. Knowledge of these would help you to communicate well.

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  3. Background of the decoder: The decoder is the one who receives and interprets the message the sender(encoder) puts across.One must have a fore-knowledge of the background of his or her decoder. This would help in the persons choice of words as the level of understanding in the communication process.

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