Congratulation Strategies in Syrians' Wedding Parties in Jordan

Mahmud Wardat, Omar Mohammad Alkhateeb

Abstract


The study aimed at examining the politeness strategies used in the Syrians' wedding parties. The sample consisted of 72 respondents from the Syrian refugees dwelling in north Jordan. Half of the sample were males, and the other half females. A questionnaire which consisted of fourteen questions was distributed to the sample. The results showed that Syrians use exaggeration in their strategies of congratulations, and they like to express their happiness to the two brides. Results also showed that Syrians avoid asking about private issues, and avoid joking in their wedding parties. Finally, the results showed no difference between males and females in using politeness strategies in Syrians' wedding parties.


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Syrians' wedding parties, politeness strategies, the brides

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