关联理论视角下《傲慢与偏见》中模糊语的语用分析

A Pragmatic Analysis of Hedges in Pride and Prejudice from the Perspective of Relevance Theory

摘要: 本文以关联理论和面子理论为核心框架，通过分析简·奥斯汀小说《傲慢与偏见》中的人物对话，探讨了模糊语(Hedges)在其中的语用功能。研究选取了伊丽莎白、夏洛蒂等角色的对话作为案例，论证了模糊语的使用不仅能够弱化表述的绝对性，帮助听话人以较小的认知成本获得最佳关联，还能有效缓和潜在的立场冲突，维护对话双方的面子，从而促进交际的顺利进行。

Abstract: Guided by Relevance Theory and Face Theory as its core frameworks, this paper examines the pragmatic functions of hedges in the dialogues of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. Drawing on the conversations of characters such as Elizabeth and Charlotte as case studies, the study argues that the use of hedges not only mitigates the absoluteness of utterances, enabling the hearer to achieve optimal relevance at minimal cognitive cost, but also eases potential conflicts of stance, preserving social face and thereby facilitating smooth communication.