What does phatic speech mean?
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phatic speech
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phatic speech, phatic communicationnoun
conversational speech used to communicate sociability more than information
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phatic speech
Phatic speech is a type of communication used to perform social tasks rather than to convey information or ask questions. Its primary function is to establish, maintain, or close communication channels, expressing sociability more than exchanging facts or beliefs. This includes greetings, small talk, and casual conversations that fulfill the social convention such as "how are you?" or "nice weather today."
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of phatic speech in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of phatic speech in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5
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