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Summary

This video provides a comprehensive guide on identifying and overcoming common language flaws, known as 'vícios de linguagem,' in Portuguese. The instructor covers a variety of issues, such as solecism, pleonasm, barbarism, ambiguity, and more. Viewers are shown how these errors can hinder communication and how to avoid them for clearer and more effective expression. Practical examples, explanations of each flaw, and tips for improvement are offered, aiming to help viewers refine their speaking and writing skills. The video emphasizes the importance of proper grammar and usage in both formal and informal contexts.

Takeaways

• 😀 Vices of language are unintentional deviations from standard grammar that can cause communication problems.
• 😀 Solecism refers to errors in sentence structure, such as incorrect agreement between words or wrong prepositions.
• 😀 Pleonasm occurs when redundant or unnecessary words are used, making the sentence repetitive (e.g., 'return again').
• 😀 Barbarism happens when a word is used incorrectly, either in pronunciation or spelling, such as 'adevogado' instead of 'advogado'.
• 😀 Ambiguity arises when a sentence has unclear references, leading to multiple interpretations (e.g., 'Camila saw Carol at the mall with her sister').
• 😀 Cacophony refers to unpleasant sounds produced when certain words are combined, making the sentence hard to understand.
• 😀 Iato is a combination of vowels that creates an awkward sound, affecting the fluency of speech.
• 😀 Eco is the repetition of similar word endings, which can be stylistic in poetry but disrupts clarity in formal writing.
• 😀 Foreignism involves using excessive words or structures from other languages, which can be inappropriate when alternatives exist in the native language.
• 😀 Preciosism is the use of overly complex or artificial language that makes communication difficult and sounds unnatural.

Q & A

What are language vices, and how do they affect communication?

Language vices are unintentional deviations from standard language norms that can cause misunderstandings. They occur due to inattention or lack of knowledge of grammatical rules, and they can range from errors in syntax to unintentional pleonasms or ambiguities.

What is a solecism, and how can it affect a sentence?

A solecism is a grammatical error in sentence construction, such as lack of agreement between words, incorrect use of prepositions, or improper word order. These errors can make a sentence unclear and difficult to understand.

Can you provide an example of a solecism?

An example of a solecism is the sentence 'Vou no cinema,' where the correct form would be 'Vou ao cinema' because of the incorrect preposition 'no' instead of 'ao.'

What is a pleonasm, and how can it negatively impact communication?

A pleonasm occurs when redundant or unnecessary information is included in a sentence. For instance, 'Quero voltar novamente' is redundant because the verb 'voltar' already implies returning. Pleonasms make language less concise and can lead to confusion.

What is a barbarism, and how does it differ from proper usage?

A barbarism is the incorrect use of a word, either in pronunciation or spelling, according to standard language norms. For example, saying 'adevogado' instead of 'advogado' or writing 'gás' with a 'z' instead of 'gás' with an 's.' These mistakes undermine the clarity and professionalism of communication.

How does ambiguity affect a sentence?

Ambiguity arises when a sentence has multiple possible interpretations due to unclear references or structure. For example, 'Camila vi Carol no shopping com sua irmã' could mean either Camila’s sister or Carol’s sister is being referred to. To avoid ambiguity, it’s important to be specific and clear in communication.

What is cacophony, and how does it interfere with speech?

Cacophony occurs when the combination of words creates an unpleasant or jarring sound. For example, 'Viela ontem pela manhã' produces a harsh auditory effect, which can disrupt the listener's ability to focus on the message being communicated.

What is the difference between 'gerundism' and 'gerundio'?

Gerundism refers to the unnecessary or incorrect use of the gerund, such as 'vou estar ligando,' when simply saying 'vou ligar' would be sufficient. The gerund itself, however, indicates an ongoing action and is correct when used appropriately.

How do foreign terms affect language use, and when do they become a problem?

Foreign terms, or 'foreignisms,' refer to the frequent use of words or expressions from other languages. While they are common, overusing them can be considered a vice, especially when equivalent terms exist in the native language. For example, using 'boy' instead of 'garoto' can weaken communication.

What is preciosity in language, and why should it be avoided?

Preciosity is the use of overly complex or pompous language, which can hinder clarity. For example, saying 'A assembleia foi eximiamente frutífera' instead of 'A reunião foi produtiva' makes the sentence unnecessarily complicated. The goal is to communicate clearly and naturally, not to impress with excessive formality.