Pragmática

Pragmática, or pragmatics, is the branch of linguistics that studies how context influences the way language is understood and used. It examines how people interpret meaning beyond just words—considering tone, situation, shared knowledge, and social cues. For example, the phrase "Can you open the window?" isn't just a question about ability but often a polite request. Pragmatics helps explain how communication is effective and meaningful in real-life interactions by analyzing how context shapes interpretation and intent.