An analysis of politeness strategy in the movie ‘brave’

Abstract

This study examines the dialogue between Merida and Elinor, focusing on their use of facethreatening acts and politeness strategies. Despite their familial ties, they often jeopardize each other’s social image with criticism and disagreement. The research underscores the importance of teaching English learners about polite communication, aiding in their pragmatic understanding and graceful expression in the language.