Enunciación ( Parte 1)

Summary

The video script delves into the concept of enunciation, derived from Emilio's work, emphasizing its role in language use as an individual act. It distinguishes the 'I' in enunciation as the announcer, responsible for the discourse, and the 'you' or 'they' as the recipients. The script explores how enunciation leaves traces of ideology, cultural knowledge, and intentions within texts. It introduces 'dipticos'—linguistic indicators such as pronouns and verb inflections—that reveal the subject of enunciation, including person, place, and time. The lecture aims to guide students in analyzing social representations in discourse, beyond traditional grammar and syntax.

Takeaways

• 📚 The concept of 'enunciation' is explored, which refers to the act of using language to express a statement or idea, and is derived from the work of linguist Emilio in Venice.
• 🗣️ Enunciation involves the individual act of language use, where the speaker takes a position and leaves their mark, which can carry ideological, cultural, and intentional charges.
• 📝 All texts have an enunciation, meaning that every written or spoken discourse has an underlying act of enunciation that can be identified.
• 👤 The 'subject of enunciation' is introduced, which is the linguistic instance within the discourse that is responsible for the enunciation.
• 🔍 The script discusses the importance of identifying the 'subject of enunciation' through linguistic indicators within the text, such as pronouns and verb inflections.
• 📌 The concept of 'dipticos' or 'deictics' is introduced as linguistic indicators that help identify the person, place, and time related to the enunciation.
• 📑 The script emphasizes the need to distinguish between the 'real subject' and the 'enunciator' within the discourse, as they are different linguistic instances.
• 👥 The 'enuncia-tors' are mentioned as participants in the enunciation, who can be singular or plural and are directed towards an audience, but are not the real subjects.
• 🌐 The importance of context in understanding the meaning of an enunciation is highlighted, as it helps to clarify the intentions and circumstances of the speaker.
• 🔎 The script suggests that through the analysis of enunciation, one can uncover the ideologies, worldviews, and preconceived notions of the speaker as reflected in their choice of language.
• 📚 The shift from traditional grammar and syntax studies to a more social and contextual analysis of language use in discourse is noted.

Q & A

What is enunciation according to Brad Regions and Emilio Benveniste?

Enunciation is the act of putting language into operation through an individual act of utilization. It involves creating statements, discourses, texts, movies, or conversations, and reflects the speaker's position, leaving traces that carry ideological, cultural, and knowledge-based elements.

What are the roles of the 'enunciator' and 'enunciatees' in enunciation?

The 'enunciator' is the subject responsible for the act of enunciation, while 'enunciatees' are the recipients of the enunciation. These roles are linguistic instances within the discourse and are distinct from real subjects.

How can we identify the subject of enunciation in a text?

The subject of enunciation can be identified through linguistic markers or 'deictics,' which indicate person, place, and time. These include pronouns and verb endings that point to the speaker and their context.

What are some examples of deictics of person?

Examples of deictics of person include the pronouns 'I,' 'we,' 'you,' and 'you all.' Third-person pronouns like 'he,' 'she,' and 'they' are not considered deictics of person in this context.

What are deictics of place and time?

Deictics of place include words like 'here,' 'there,' 'near,' and 'far.' Deictics of time include words like 'today,' 'tomorrow,' 'yesterday,' 'next Monday,' and other temporal indicators.

Why is the notion of context important in enunciation?

Context is crucial because it helps understand the intended meaning behind a statement, considering the specific time and place of the enunciation, which can affect interpretation.

What is the difference between the real subject and the linguistic instances in enunciation?

The real subject is the actual person speaking or writing, while the linguistic instances ('enunciator' and 'enunciatees') are the roles within the discourse that represent the speaker and the audience.

How do we identify deictics of time in a sentence?

Deictics of time can be identified by looking for temporal indicators such as 'today,' 'tomorrow,' 'yesterday,' 'next Monday,' and similar expressions that specify when the action or statement occurs.

Can you provide an example sentence showing all three types of deictics?

Yes, an example sentence is 'I believe that tomorrow it will rain here.' This sentence includes the deictic of person ('I'), the deictic of time ('tomorrow'), and the deictic of place ('here').

What are the next steps in analyzing texts based on the concept of enunciation?

The next steps involve reading texts to identify traces or markers left by the enunciator, such as deictics and other indicators of their ideological and cultural positions. This helps in understanding the underlying representations and intentions within the discourse.