Systemic Functional Grammar

Systemic Functional Grammar (SFG) is an approach to understanding language that focuses on how language functions in social context. It views language as a system of choices people make to convey meaning, depending on the situation, purpose, and audience. Instead of just analyzing grammar rules, SFG looks at how different parts of language—like words, sentences, and structure—serve specific functions, such as informing, persuading, or expressing emotions. This perspective helps us see how language works in real-life communication, making it useful for linguistics, education, and understanding social interactions through language.