declarative utterance
[/ˌdɛkləˈreɪtɪv ˈʌtərəns/]
nounpl: declarative utterances
enunciado declarativo
1. A statement or sentence that asserts a fact or makes a claim, typically ending with a period and expressing a complete thought in a declarative mood
The declarative utterance 'The sky is blue' conveys factual information.
O enunciado declarativo 'O céu é azul' transmite informação factual.
2. In linguistics and philosophy, a type of speech act that serves the primary function of conveying information or making assertions about reality
Unlike interrogative utterances, declarative utterances do not request information.
Ao contrário dos enunciados interrogativos, os enunciados declarativos não solicitam informações.
3. A grammatical construction that presents information as true or factual, as opposed to questions, commands, or exclamations
Most academic writing consists of declarative utterances that support arguments with evidence.
A maior parte da escrita acadêmica consiste em enunciados declarativos que apoiam argumentos com evidências.
This term is primarily used in academic, linguistic, and philosophical contexts in both English-speaking countries and Brazil. It is fundamental to grammar instruction and formal communication analysis. In Brazilian education, understanding declarative utterances is crucial for developing writing and critical thinking skills. The term reflects the importance of clear, factual communication in formal discourse.
Related Idioms & Phrases
make a declarative statement
express a declarative utterance
in declarative form
issue a declarative proclamation
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