illocutionary consequence
[ɪˌlɒkjuːʃəneri ˈkɒnsɪkwəns]
nounpl: illocutionary consequences
consequência ilocucional
1. In speech act theory, an effect or result that arises from the illocutionary force of an utterance (the intended communicative purpose), rather than from its literal meaning or perlocutionary effects
When a speaker utters 'I promise to help you,' the illocutionary consequence is the establishment of a commitment or obligation.
Quando um falante profere 'Prometo ajudá-lo', a consequência ilocucional é o estabelecimento de um compromisso ou obrigação.
2. A pragmatic outcome that is inherent to the performative nature of a speech act, distinct from what the listener might do in response
The illocutionary consequence of a warning is that the hearer is informed of potential danger.
A consequência ilocucional de um aviso é que o ouvinte é informado sobre um perigo potencial.
This is a specialized term primarily used in academic contexts, particularly in philosophy of language, linguistics, and pragmatics courses. It derives from J.L. Austin's speech act theory and is more prevalent in formal academic discourse than in everyday Brazilian or American English conversation.
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