What Does Speaking Style Reflect About Speaker Through The Lens Of Sociolinguistics ?

Abstract

Why do we speak the way we do? What are the social factors that influence our choices of expression? how and why we select from the vast range of different words, accents, varieties and languages available to us. A speaker's speaking style, as examined through the lens of sociolinguistics, provides valuable insights into their social identity, cultural affiliations, communicative competence, and adaptation to social contexts. It highlights the intricate relationship between language and society, showcasing how individuals use language to navigate their social worlds and communicate their identities. Through this article, we will attempt to shed light on the relationship that connects sociolinguistics as a scientific field to speaking style. We also aim to explore the mechanisms and approaches employed by experts in this field to analyze speaking style in order to uncover several important aspects related to the speaker, their social environment, psychological background, and the reasons behind their selection of expressions and words in various speech situations.